Paediatric Chiropractor Carrum – Infant & Child Chiropractic Care

For more than 35 years, Mt Eliza Family Chiropractic Clinic has provided Chiropractic care for children and babies to the Carrum community.

The chiropractic approach to paediatrics is grounded in the belief that children are unique individuals developing through different stages, rather than being treated as ‘mini adults’. A paediatric chiropractor delivers gentle chiropractic care to children and carefully monitors clinical indicators that might require referral to other healthcare providers when necessary.

How can Chiropractic Care Help Infants and Children?

Our chiropractors address a variety of concerns experienced by babies and children. Some of the conditions we manage include:

Poor Posture

Statistics say that 73% of parents are concerned about their child’s posture, especially with increased use of phones and tablets leading to slouching and potential spine and neck issues.

At Mt. Eliza Family Chiropractic, we utilise a technology-based postural assessment system that detects even minor postural deviations, generates a report with your child’s individual postural images, and analyses the data to relate the distortions to spinal biomechanics. This enables us to develop a customised care plan and track your child’s progress and improvements over time.

Scoliosis

Scoliosis is usually first seen in children between the ages of 10 and 15. However, it can occur in younger children aged 3 to 10 years (juvenile scoliosis) and in babies (infantile scoliosis). The effects of scoliosis can include poor posture, shoulder humping, muscle weakness as well as spinal pain and can be a more serious condition in children because it can rapidly progress as the child grows. Scoliosis can be managed by a children’s chiropractor in a variety of different ways to help alleviate pain and restore normal functionality.

Traumatic Birth Syndrome

Traumatic Birth Syndrome is a condition which describes the potential damage to an infant’s spine which may result from the birth process. This condition has been well documented in medical research and can lead to all types of health problems. Our chiropractors can perform a thorough orthopaedic and neurological assessment of your child to identify and treat any potential issues.

Plagiocephaly

Deformational Plagiocephaly refers to a condition marked by a flat area on the back or one side of an infant’s head, caused by uneven pressure on the skull, which may result in 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 assess whether different parts of a child’s brain are working at the expected level for their age or if any areas are not. The results will guide us in deciding if your child would benefit from treatment and which type of treatment is most appropriate.

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

Meet Our Paediatric Chiropractor: Dr Glenn Maginness

Dr Glenn Maginness has a special interest in infants and children’s health and he is a true paediatric chiropractor as he sees only children in practice. He graduated in 1986 from RMIT University as a Doctor of Chiropractic and he completed a Masters degree in Chiropractic Paediatrics in 1998. Glenn is one of only a handful of chiropractors Australia wide to have achieved this degree.

Glenn often receives referrals for babies and young children from a range of health professionals who recognise his qualifications and knowledge in chiropractic paediatrics. These include referrals from paediatricians, doctors, maternal health nurses, midwives, and obstetricians. For over 30 years, Glenn has earned a reputation for professionalism and integrity, becoming an integral part of the healthcare management for many Mornington Peninsula families.

A testament to Glenn’s expertise in paediatrics, he is highly sought after as a speaker on chiropractic paediatric healthcare. Since 2002, Glenn has conducted seminars across Australia, New Zealand, Canada, South Africa, and the U.K., educating other chiropractors in the area of Chiropractic Paediatrics.

For more than 40 years, Glenn has lived on the Mornington Peninsula with his family, firmly establishing his roots in the local community.