Chiropractic care for babies, children and teens
As babies, children and teenagers grow and develop, their bodies go through constant change. From the early stages of development through to school, sport and adolescence, parents may seek chiropractic care to support function, movement, posture, comfort and overall wellbeing.
Some families visit with specific concerns, while others choose to have their child checked as they move through different stages of growth and development. At Thrive Chiropractic, care is always tailored to the individual, using gentle, age-appropriate techniques designed to suit each child's age, stage of development and specific needs.
Gentle chiropractic care for babies
Some parents choose to have their baby checked following a long or difficult labour, forceps or vacuum delivery, or C-section birth. Others seek care if their baby seems unsettled, uncomfortable or is having difficulty feeding or turning their head evenly.
Parents commonly seek chiropractic care for babies experiencing:
- Head tilting to one side
- Restricted neck movement
- Disturbed sleep
- Difficulty feeding or nursing
- Trouble settling
Your baby’s first appointment includes a discussion about birth history, feeding, sleep, development and any concerns you may have, followed by a gentle age-appropriate examination.
Supportive chiropractic care for children
As children grow, posture, balance, co-ordination and movement patterns continue to develop. Parents may seek chiropractic care for concerns relating to posture, movement, headaches, growing pains or after falls, tumbles and playground knocks.
Some families also seek care to support children through developmental milestones such as crawling, walking and balance.
If needed, we will refer families to their GP or another healthcare provider for further assessment or support.
Chiropractic care for teens
The teenage years bring many changes. Rapid growth, participation in sports, varying exercise regimes, heavy bags and increased screen time can all place added strain on the spine, muscles and joints. This can contribute to posture changes, neck or back discomfort, reduced mobility or sports-related injuries.
Chiropractic care can help support movement, posture and overall function as teenagers grow and develop. If further assessment is needed, we are happy to refer you to your GP or the appropriate healthcare provider.
Personalised chiropractic care
Doctors Iain and Kelly Guest and our team have extensive experience caring for babies, children or teen. Care is always adapted to suit the child’s age, comfort and individual needs. We will explain our findings, answer your questions and discuss whether chiropractic care may be appropriate for your child along with a personalised care plan if needed.
If you would like to arrange a check-up for your baby, child or teen, contact Thrive Chiropractic to book an appointment or discuss your concerns with our team.