Every child is unique, which is why chiropractic care is always tailored to their age, stage of development and individual needs.

Following a thorough clinical assessment, your chiropractor selects the most appropriate techniques to help improve movement, reduce musculoskeletal tension and support healthy physical development. All techniques are gentle, age-appropriate and adapted to your child's comfort.

Craniosacral Therapy

Craniosacral therapy uses gentle manual contact to assess and address mobility within the tissues surrounding the head, spine and pelvis. When clinically appropriate, it may be incorporated into a personalised treatment plan to support comfortable movement and overall musculoskeletal function.

Activator® Method

The Activator® is a handheld instrument that delivers a precise, low-force mechanical impulse to specific joints.

Because of its gentle nature, this technique is particularly well suited for babies, young children and individuals who prefer a low-force approach to chiropractic care.

Soft Tissue Techniques

Muscle tension can sometimes contribute to discomfort or movement restrictions.

Your chiropractor may use gentle soft tissue techniques to help improve tissue mobility, reduce muscular tension and promote more comfortable movement.

Gentle Joint Mobilisation

When appropriate, gentle joint mobilisation techniques may be used to encourage normal joint movement and improve overall musculoskeletal function.

These techniques are carefully adapted to your child's age, size and clinical presentation.

Advice and Home Exercises

Treatment does not end when the consultation is over.

Depending on your child's age and needs, your chiropractor may provide practical advice, simple exercises or movement recommendations to support healthy development, encourage good movement habits and help maintain long-term musculoskeletal health.

Children experience rapid physical development from infancy through adolescence. As they grow, their bodies adapt to new movements, sports, school activities and everyday physical demands.

Families may seek chiropractic care for a variety of musculoskeletal concerns, always following an individual clinical assessment.

Babies

During the first months of life, babies undergo significant physical development. They gradually learn to lift their heads, roll over, sit, crawl and eventually walk.

Some parents consult a chiropractor because they notice reduced neck mobility, a preference for turning the head to one side, or concerns about posture or movement. Others seek advice regarding musculoskeletal function after discussing their concerns with their healthcare provider.

When appropriate, chiropractic care focuses on assessing joint mobility and movement patterns using extremely gentle, age-appropriate techniques.

Children

As children become more active, they place increasing demands on their muscles and joints through play, school and recreational activities.

Common reasons for consultation include:

• neck or back discomfort;
• muscle and joint pain;
• postural concerns;
• movement restrictions;
• discomfort following falls or minor injuries;
• growing participation in organised sports.

Each child receives an individual assessment to determine the most appropriate approach based on their symptoms and physical examination.

Teenagers

Adolescence is a period of rapid growth and increased physical activity.

Teenagers may experience musculoskeletal discomfort associated with growth, prolonged sitting, heavy school bags, sports participation or repetitive movements.

Chiropractic care aims to assess the factors contributing to these symptoms and may include manual therapy, movement advice, exercises and education to support healthy musculoskeletal development.

Young Athletes

Many children and teenagers participate regularly in sports such as football, gymnastics, swimming, tennis, athletics or dance.

Training and competition place repeated demands on the growing body, sometimes leading to muscle tension, joint stiffness or overuse injuries.

A personalised chiropractic approach may help improve movement, support recovery and provide guidance on returning safely to sporting activities while promoting healthy movement habits.

The First Visit

Your child's first appointment is designed to provide a clear understanding of their symptoms and overall musculoskeletal health.

The consultation begins with a detailed discussion about your child's medical history, current concerns, daily activities and any previous injuries or treatments. Depending on your child's age, parents are encouraged to share any observations regarding movement, posture or physical development.

A comprehensive clinical examination is then performed. This may include an assessment of posture, joint mobility, muscle function, balance, coordination and movement patterns. Every examination is adapted to the child's age and level of development.

If chiropractic care is appropriate, your chiropractor will explain the examination findings, discuss the proposed treatment plan and answer any questions before beginning care.

If your child's symptoms require additional investigations or are better managed by another healthcare professional, appropriate recommendations or referrals will be provided.

The goal of the first visit is to ensure that every family has a clear understanding of their child's condition and the most appropriate management options.

Working Alongside Other Healthcare Professionals

Chiropractic care is part of a collaborative approach to healthcare.

When appropriate, your chiropractor may work alongside your child's general practitioner, paediatrician, physiotherapist or other healthcare professionals involved in their care.

This collaborative approach helps ensure that children receive the most appropriate management for their individual needs.

If your chiropractor identifies signs or symptoms that require further medical evaluation, you will be advised accordingly and referred to the appropriate healthcare provider.

Patient safety and evidence-informed clinical decision-making remain central to every consultation.

Helping Children Stay Active and Healthy

Childhood is a time of constant growth, learning and physical development.

Whether your child enjoys playing in the park, participates in competitive sports or simply wants to move more comfortably, maintaining healthy movement is an important part of overall wellbeing.

At the Cabinet de Chiropraxie Marie Moyen, every child receives personalised care based on a thorough clinical assessment, their individual needs and the latest evidence-informed approach to musculoskeletal health.

Our objective is to help children move comfortably, remain active and confidently participate in the activities they enjoy.