Paediatric Chiropractor Baxter – Infant & Child Chiropractic Care

Mt Eliza Family Chiropractic Clinic has proudly offered Chiropractic care for babies and children to the Baxter community for over 35 years.

Paediatrics in the chiropractic profession is founded on the idea that children are distinct individuals going through the stages of development, not simply ‘small adults’. A paediatric chiropractor provides gentle care to children while always adhering to clinical guidelines that would indicate a referral to other healthcare professionals if needed.

How Chiropractic Care Can Assist Infants and Children

Our chiropractors can treat a number of concerns experienced by babies and children. Some of the conditions we treat include:

Poor Posture

Studies show that 73% of parents worry about their child’s posture, particularly as the increased use of phones and tablets contributes to slouching and possible spine and neck problems.

Mt. Eliza Family Chiropractic uses a technology-driven postural assessment system that identifies even the slightest postural deviations, produces a report featuring your child’s unique postural images, and analyses the data to link the postural distortions to specific spinal biomechanics. This assessment allows us to create a personalised care plan and monitor your child’s progress and improvements over time.

Scoliosis

Scoliosis typically appears in children between the ages of 10 and 15, though it can also develop in younger children aged 3 to 10 (juvenile scoliosis) and in babies (infantile scoliosis). The condition may result in poor posture, shoulder humping, muscle weakness, and spinal pain, and it can be more serious in children due to its potential to progress rapidly during growth. Scoliosis can be treated by a children’s chiropractor through various methods to alleviate discomfort and restore proper functionality.

Traumatic Birth Syndrome

Traumatic Birth Syndrome is a term used to describe the potential spinal damage that can result from the birth process in infants. This condition has been widely documented in medical research and may lead to a range of health problems. Our chiropractors are able to carry out a detailed orthopaedic and neurological assessment of your child to detect and manage any potential issues.

Plagiocephaly

Deformational Plagiocephaly is a condition where uneven pressure on an infant’s skull causes a flat spot on the back or one side of the head, potentially leading to developmental delays.

Our chiropractors are able to offer advice on your baby’s sleep positioning and how to lay them down, while also explaining the management options available, such as using the TinyYears pillow, which was designed by Dr Glenn Maginness.

Neurological Developmental Assessment

Neurological Developmental Screening Tests are designed to identify whether parts of a child’s brain are functioning at the expected level for their age and/or which areas may be underperforming. The results help us determine if your child may need treatment and, if so, the most suitable form of treatment.

Our chiropractors have specialised training in paediatric neurological assessment and management, focusing on the integration of retained primitive reflexes and vestibular system support.

Introducing Dr Glenn Maginness: Paediatric Chiropractor

Dr Glenn Maginness has a strong interest in the health of infants and children, and exclusively treats children as a paediatric chiropractor. He graduated from RMIT University in 1986 as a Doctor of Chiropractic and completed a Masters degree in Chiropractic Paediatrics in 1998. Glenn is one of a select few chiropractors in Australia to have attained this degree.

Glenn regularly receives referrals for babies and young children from various health professionals who respect his training and experience in chiropractic paediatrics. These referrals come from paediatricians, medical doctors, maternal health nurses, midwives, and obstetricians. With over 30 years of professionalism and integrity, Glenn has become a vital part of the healthcare support for numerous families on the Mornington Peninsula.

As a testament to Glenn’s expertise in the paediatric field, Glenn is a much sought after speaker on the issue of chiropractic paediatric healthcare. He has held seminars throughout Australia, New Zealand, Canada, South Africa and as well as the U.K. since 2002, lecturing to other chiropractors in the field of Chiropractic Paediatrics.

Glenn has lived on the Mornington Peninsula with his family for over 40 years and hence his roots are firmly planted in his community.