A comprehensive spinal assessment with Health Collab

At Health Collab, we understand that your children are constantly growing and changing, which can be a challenge for you as parents to keep up with. That’s why we take pride in providing special care to assess your child’s spine and create a personalized program to meet their unique needs and health goals. 

From the moment your child is born, their spine begins to develop, making it essential to ensure that their musculoskeletal and nervous systems are properly balanced. As they reach different milestones, such as taking their first steps or scoring their first goal, it’s important to celebrate these achievements while also ensuring that their bodies are functioning at their best. 

By carefully assessing your child’s spine, we can identify any potential issues early on and create a specialized program to help them achieve their optimal health. Our goal is to ensure that your child is able to grow and develop without any limitations, so they can fully enjoy all the exciting experiences that come with childhood.

What does a child’s assessment usually involve?

During your child’s spinal assessment, your practitioner will first gather information about your child’s medical history, including any current complaints or concerns. This is done through a discussion with both you and your child. Next, your practitioner will perform a physical examination to evaluate your child’s posture, musculoskeletal system, and neurological function. This comprehensive assessment allows us to gain a complete understanding of your child’s spinal health and any potential areas of concern that may require treatment.

What does treatment usually involve?

Chiropractic care for children is gentle and non-invasive, consisting of gentle adjustments, mobilizations, and exercises if necessary. By prioritizing preventative care and seeking out gentle chiropractic treatment when necessary, parents can help set their children up for a healthy future.

What reasons might parents have for taking their child to see a chiropractor even if the child is not experiencing any pain or discomfort?

Care for newborns/infants

• Trouble breastfeeding, fussy or favouring one side when breastfeeding or tongue tie 
• Developing a flat head
• Unsettled and crying a lot 
• Abnormal posture such as leaning to one side 
• Delayed developmental milestones 
• Persistent Primitive Reflexes –  
• Dislike tummy time
• Traumatic birth

Care for toddlers/children

• Toe walking   
• Poor balance  
• Falls
• Feet turning inwards

Care for teenagers

• Poor posture
• Scoliosis
• Headaches/Neck Pain
• Upper back discomfort
• Low Back Pain
• Hip/knee/ankle injuries
• Flat feet
• Shoulder/elbow and wrist pain
• Rehabilitation post sports injuries

At Health Collab we feel privileged to have the opportunity to contribute to your child’s wellbeing. Being parents ourselves, we understand the tremendous responsibility that comes with raising children and the importance of ensuring their optimal health. Your child’s spine, which is fundamental to their overall health and wellbeing, is in safe hands with us. Our team is committed to nurturing and supporting your child’s growth during the most crucial years of their development. We take pride in providing a safe and caring environment for your child to flourish, enabling them to reach their full potential in life.