Chiropractic For Pregnancy
Chiropractic care during pregnancy involves a range of techniques including manual adjustments, low force adjustments, soft tissue therapy, dry needling and specific pregnancy exercises.
All techniques are gentle and modified to the age and condition of the patient.
Chiropractic care during pregnancy has been shown to be a safe and effective treatment method and many women report great benefits from care.
Chiropractic care may relieve or assist in:
Lower back or sciatic pain
Neck and shoulder pain
Pelvic instability
Headaches or migraines
Rib and diaphragm discomfort
Pelvic floor dysfunction
Round ligament pain/cramping
Breech presentation (knowledge in Webster Technique and Spinning Babies)
If you have any concerns regarding treatment it is important to discuss with your Chiropractor or any further questions with your GP, obstetrician or mid wife where necessary.
Chiropractic For Children
Chiropractic care for children is gentle and specific to different ages. Treatment for children involves a comprehensive neurological exam, primitive and postural reflex assessment, hip and shoulder function, muscular function, tongue tie and latching.
Common presenting conditions in infants:
Plagiocephaly (flat head)
Torticollis (wry or stiff neck)
Asymmetry during breast feeding, favouring one side
Hip dysfunction not limited to hip dysplasia
Pricing
Initial Consultation - $140
First consultation includes thorough health history, physical examination, orthopaedic and neurological assessment, treatment unless otherwise clinically indicated.
Standard Consultation - $90
Follow up appointment for existing patients including a review of current history and relevant assessments.
*All fees are claimable through eligible health insurance providers.