At Children’s Sunshine Chiropractic we have a Chiropractor for children.
Why Children Develop Muscle Aches and Pains ?
A chiropractor for children is visited for muscle and joint (musculoskeletal) problems. These may gradually develop from a traumatic birth or from falls as children learn to walk, run, climb and ride a bike. They may become involved in physical activities (karate, rugby, netball, football) or develop postural stress from devices such as ipads and computers.
What Areas Of The Body To Children Injure ?
According to a research study, the most common muscle and joint (musculoskeletal) problems occur in the legs and arms, followed by the spine (1).
What Are The Most Common Complaints Children Visit A Chiropractor For?
In our office, a chiropractor for children is commonly consulted for headaches , neck and back pain. Other common complaints are leg pain, knee and ankle pains.
What Happens When My Child Visits A Chiropractor For Children?
When your child visits one of our friendly chiropractors for children, a thorough history is taken, where they will learn more about your concerns and your child’s complaints. A physical examination is then performed tailored to your child and their main issue. Once your child has been assessed then the chiropractor will discuss their findings. Often parents are impressed at the detail of the initial assessment.
If you choose to continue with treatment, it is tailored to your child depending on their age and case. It often involves massage to any tight muscles and correction of any spinal imbalances.
A Chiropractor for children is able to assess all muscle and joint concerns. Although chiropractors focus a lot on the spine, they are trained to identify and correct problems in all joints including the arms and legs.
Have your child checked by a chiropractor for children. We have chiropractors who are children focused and are very confident assessing your child.
For any further information, please feel free to call our office and talk to our friendly reception or one of our chiropractors.
References:
(1) Page,P. (2011). Cervicogenic headache: An evidence-led approach to clinical management. Int J Sports Phy Ther. Sep; 6 (3): 254:-266.
(2) Cecelia,V; Bromberg. etal. (2014). A Systematic Review Of Sleep In Paediatric Pain Populations. J Dev Behav Paediatrics. Feb; 34(2): 120-128. doi:10.1097/DBP.0b013e31827d5848