Supporting Your Child’s Musculoskeletal Health
At Marylebone Chiropractic Clinic, we offer gentle chiropractic care for babies and children. During early development, babies experience rapid physical changes, and some parents seek professional advice if they notice their child showing signs of musculoskeletal tension or restricted movement.
Our paediatric chiropractors use age-appropriate techniques, adapting care to suit the needs of babies and young children.
What is Torticollis?
Torticollis refers to tightness or restricted movement in the neck, where a baby may favour turning their head to one side. It may occur due to positioning in the womb, after birth, or as part of general development. Signs parents may notice include:
- Baby preferring to look or turn to one side
- Flattening on one side of the head (plagiocephaly)
- Baby finding tummy time challenging
If you notice any of these signs, we recommend discussing them with your GP, health visitor, or paediatrician first to rule out any underlying concerns.
Understanding Colic
Colic describes a situation where a healthy baby experiences frequent, prolonged crying or fussiness for no clear reason. While the exact cause isn’t always known, digestive discomfort, tension, or feeding difficulties are sometimes considered contributing factors.
📍 Chiropractic care does not treat colic itself but may support musculoskeletal comfort and movement, which some parents explore alongside other advice from their healthcare provider.
How Chiropractic Care May Support Babies & Children
Chiropractic care focuses on the spine, joints, and surrounding soft tissues. For babies and children, techniques are always extremely gentle, using light fingertip pressure appropriate for each child’s age and size. Care is always adapted based on your child’s individual needs and development stage.
Depending on your child’s case, care may involve:
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- Gentle musculoskeletal assessments – Checking for areas of tension or restricted movement
- Age-appropriate adjustments – Using gentle techniques suitable for babies and young children
- Positioning and handling advice – Tips to support feeding, tummy time, and play
- Home care advice – Simple strategies parents can use to encourage balanced movement
What to Expect at Marylebone Chiropractic Clinic
When you bring your baby or child to our clinic, we will:
- Take a detailed case history, including birth history, feeding, and development milestones
- Perform a gentle physical assessment to check for musculoskeletal tension
- Discuss any findings and recommend appropriate next steps
- Provide clear advice and answer any questions you may have
F.A.Q.s
About Paediatric Chiropractic Care
Is chiropractic care safe for babies?
Chiropractic care for babies and young children uses extremely gentle techniques. We will always explain the approach and obtain your consent before beginning any care.
Can chiropractic care treat colic?
Chiropractic care does not treat colic or any medical condition. It may support musculoskeletal comfort, and some parents seek chiropractic care as part of a wider approach after discussing concerns with their GP or health visitor.
What should I bring to my baby’s appointment?
It can be helpful to bring your red book, details of any recent health checks, and anything your baby finds comforting, like a toy or blanket.
Do I need a GP referral for paediatric chiropractic care?
No referral is required, but we always encourage open communication with your GP, health visitor, or paediatrician.
Book a Paediatric Chiropractic Appointment Today
If you would like to learn more about gentle chiropractic care for babies and children, contact Marylebone Chiropractic Clinic today to arrange an appointment.
