Gentle Care for Growing Bodies
We understand that a child’s body is constantly growing and developing, making proper spinal health and function essential for their overall well-being. Paediatric chiropractic care is a safe, natural and effective way to support your child’s health and development from infancy through adolescence.
The spine plays a crucial role in the nervous system, which controls every function in the body. Paediatric chiropractic care focuses on ensuring that your child’s spine and nervous system are in optimal condition, helping them grow, learn and thrive. Some signs that your child might benefit from chiropractic care include:
- Difficulty sleeping
- Frequent ear infections or colic
- Poor posture/positioning
- Behavioural or attention challenges
- Reflux or silent reflux
- Recurrent illnesses or a weakened immune system
- Turning head to one side only
- Breastfeeding difficulties
- Preference for one breast
- Unsettled in the car or cot
Even if your child doesn’t exhibit any of these signs, regular chiropractic check-ups can support their overall health and development. Paediatric chiropractic care is specifically designed to be gentle and safe for children of all ages, including newborns. We use light pressure and specialised techniques to ensure your child’s comfort and safety.
What to Expect During a Paediatric Chiropractic Visit
We will use gentle, non-invasive techniques tailored to your child’s age and size. Here’s what you can expect during a typical visit:
Comprehensive Assessment: We’ll start with a thorough evaluation of your child’s health history.
Individualised Care Plan: Based on our findings, we’ll create a customised care plan to address your child’s unique needs.
Gentle Treatment: Using safe and gentle techniques, we’ll treat your child with the aim to promote proper function.
Ongoing Support: We’ll provide guidance on posture/positioning, exercises, and other ways to support your child’s health and development at home.
Treating babies gently and safely is one of Jonathon Langer’s special interests. He has had many years of experience helping babies (including his own, whom he adjusted within an hour of delivery). GPs and other health practitioners, including community health nurses and midwives, often refer their infant patients to him.