Pregnancy & Paediatric Chiropractic in Emerald, QLD

Pregnancy places significant physical demands on the musculoskeletal system. As the body adapts to accommodate a growing baby, changes in posture, centre of gravity, and ligament laxity can contribute to musculoskeletal discomfort — particularly in the lower back, pelvis, and hips.

Some pregnant women seek chiropractic assessment for these musculoskeletal complaints. If you are pregnant and considering chiropractic care, your chiropractor will take a thorough history and discuss whether assessment and management may be appropriate for your individual circumstances. We recommend that you also inform your treating obstetrician or midwife.

Children are physically active and subject to a range of physical stresses — from falls during early development to sports activities, heavy school bags, and prolonged screen use. Some parents seek chiropractic assessment for children following falls, sports injuries, or postural concerns.

As with adult patients, the suitability of chiropractic care for children is assessed on an individual basis. Our practitioners will take a thorough history and perform an appropriate physical examination before discussing whether chiropractic care may be suitable.

Dr Scott Stephens has extensive experience working with patients of all ages across the Central Highlands. He notes that children can experience a significant number of falls before the age of five, and that the cumulative nature of these incidents can sometimes contribute to postural changes that persist into later life.

In accordance with AHPRA guidelines, we do not make claims about the ability of chiropractic care to treat or cure specific conditions in children or pregnant women. The information on this page is educational in nature. Suitability for chiropractic care is always determined on an individual basis following a thorough physical assessment by a registered practitioner.