Paediatric Chiropractor Dandenong East – Infant & Child Chiropractic Care
For more than 35 years, Mt Eliza Family Chiropractic Clinic has provided Chiropractic care for children and babies to the Dandenong East community.
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 can Chiropractic Care Help 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
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 most commonly observed in children aged 10 to 15, but it can also appear in younger children between the ages of 3 and 10 (juvenile scoliosis) and even in infants (infantile scoliosis). Its effects may include poor posture, shoulder humping, muscle weakness, and spinal pain, and it can be a more serious condition in children as it may quickly progress during growth spurts. A children’s chiropractor can manage scoliosis in several ways to help reduce pain and restore proper function.
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 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 can offer advice on positioning your baby during sleep or while lying down and will go over the management options available, including the use of the TinyYears pillow, designed by Dr Glenn Maginness.
Neurological Developmental Assessment
Neurological Developmental Screening Tests are used to determine which parts of a child’s brain are functioning at the expected level for his/her age and/or which parts of the child’s brain are not functioning at the expected level. The results will provide us with insight as to whether your child may benefit from treatment and if so what type of treatment would be best suited.
Our chiropractors have specialised training in paediatric neurological assessment and management, focusing on the integration of retained primitive reflexes and vestibular system support.
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 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.
Glenn’s expertise in the paediatric field has made him a highly requested speaker on chiropractic paediatric healthcare. Since 2002, he has presented seminars across Australia, New Zealand, Canada, South Africa, and the U.K., lecturing to chiropractors about Chiropractic Paediatrics.
Glenn has resided on the Mornington Peninsula with his family for over 40 years, deeply embedding himself within the community.
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