iOCC

The Italian Osteopathic Center for Children (iOCC) is an Italian nonprofit social promotion association dedicated to supporting children, mothers, families, and the development of osteopathy. Inspired by pediatric osteopath Dr. Viola Frymann, the organization promotes initiatives for pregnant and postpartum women, newborns, children, and adolescents. It is registered with Italy’s National Single Register of the Third Sector (RUNTS).

iOCC focuses on three areas: access to care, professional education, and research. It works to support projects that broaden access to osteopathic assistance for children and families, with particular attention to people experiencing hardship. The association also promotes specialist and ethical training for professionals working in maternal and child health, and supports publications, scientific collaborations, and research to advance knowledge and clinical evidence in pediatric osteopathy.

Its initiatives are developed with professionals, organizations, and local partners across Italy. iOCC invites proposals for projects and collaborations and welcomes public support through donations, including PayPal, card payments, bank transfer, and Italy’s 5×1000 tax contribution.