Paediatric Chiropractor Chelsea – Infant & Child Chiropractic Care

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

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 Chiropractic Care Supports Infants and Children

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

Poor Posture

According to statistics, 73% of parents are concerned about their child’s posture, with the rise in phone and tablet use contributing to slouching and potential issues with the spine and neck.

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 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 describes the potential for spinal damage in infants resulting from the birth process. This condition has been well supported by medical research and can lead to a variety of health concerns. Our chiropractors can perform a detailed orthopaedic and neurological examination of your child to identify and treat any possible problems.

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 can give you advice and tips on your baby’s positioning during sleep or when laid down, as well as explaining the options available to you to manage the condition, including the implementation of a specifically designed TinyYears pillow designed and created 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 focuses on infants and children’s health, practising solely as a paediatric chiropractor. He graduated from RMIT University in 1986 as a Doctor of Chiropractic and earned a Masters degree in Chiropractic Paediatrics in 1998. Glenn is among the few chiropractors in Australia to hold this qualification.

Glenn frequently receives referrals for infants and young children from other health professionals who acknowledge his expertise and training in chiropractic paediatrics. These referrals come from paediatricians, GPs, maternal health nurses, as well as midwives and obstetricians. Over more than 30 years, Glenn has built a reputation for professionalism and integrity, making him a key figure in the healthcare of many families on the Mornington Peninsula.

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.

Glenn has resided on the Mornington Peninsula with his family for over 40 years, deeply embedding himself within the community.