CHILDREN

From learning to tie shoelaces and wearing uniforms, to adjusting to backpacks, new teachers or caregivers, classrooms, routines, and the demands of sitting still, reading, writing, and making new friends—these changes can be exciting and overwhelming for some children. During this stage of development, children are still developing their prefrontal cortex and the left side of their brain, which is responsible for:

• Logic, structure, order

• Problem solving

• Fine motor skills

• Maths and science and other detailed linear learning

Behaviour is always a window into the developing brain and nervous system. Kids starting school may experience issues with:

• Emotional and behavioural regulation

• Sitting still in class

• Focus and learning

• Poor fine motor skills (e.g. handwriting)

• Poor oculomotor function (e.g. reading)

• Sleep

• Tummy aches or other digestive issues

• Poor posture

If you notice any of these signs in your child, then we highly recommend an Initial Consultation to discuss and thoroughly assess. At this first visit we take our time to listen and assess before explaining, with clarity, what is happening and why these symptoms are persisting.

The chiropractic care we provide for children is specifically modified to be supremely gentle and specific, and relevant to each individual child’s size, age and stage of development.

Chiropractic adjustments for babies and kids look quite different to the way we adjust most adults – there’s no forceful movements, no “popping” or “cracking”. We will always take our time to first show and explain to you exactly what we are doing before proceeding with anything, to be sure you feel comfortable and well informed.

Please note that we do not provide any treatment or adjustments at the first visit (Initial Consultation). This is because we take very seriously the assessment and analysis piece of the puzzle that is our work. After your Initial Consultation your chiropractor will take time to review your case and study the findings of your scans and any other tests done so that they can give you the best explanation of results and recommend a truly tailored plan of care.

This also means that even if you are feeling unsure or apprehensive about chiropractic care for your child, you can rest assured that by booking an Initial Consultation you are only committing to a detailed discussion and assessment with one of our chiropractors. Only after you have had the results of your child’s assessment clearly explained to you at a follow-up visit will you be offered the opportunity to begin adjustments for your child.

If you still have questions, we’re here to answer them. Simply give our front desk a call! If you’re ready to book in, click below.