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Dr Richard Mathers has been managing joint and muscle problems in children for over 20 years. He frequently cares for spine, hip, ankle, feet and knee problems in children. With two high school aged children of his own that are heavily involved in sport he understands the importance of performance and injury prevention in young bodies.
You can learn more about Dr Mathers here.
Chiropractic treatment for children in Australia has an excellent safety record. An independent review on ‘Chiropractic spinal manipulation
of children under 12′ by Safer Care Victoria, was published in 2019. This extensive search identified found no cases of serious harm in Australia.
Any ongoing care will depend on various factors, including your child’s specific condition, their response to treatment, and your specific health goals as a parent.
In some cases, chiropractic care may provide immediate relief or resolve the issue after a few sessions, and no further treatment may be necessary. However, for some conditions, ongoing maintenance visits might be recommended to manage symptoms and prevent recurrence.
We work to identify areas of connective tissue Pain / Sensitivity, Weakness, Guarding and Inactivity, then use a blend of careful hands-on therapy, home exercises and advice to restore Comfort, Strength, Confidence and Activity.
We are experienced with all parts of the human frame including the spine, ribs, ankles, hips, shoulders and the jaw. See conditions list here.
When it comes to joint and muscle care, children differ from adults in several aspects.
Children’s bones, joints, and muscles are still developing. They can be more susceptible to injuries during growth spurts or from overuse. As a result, we consider their stage of growth and development when tailoring our treatment approach for each child.
Children perform different activities and have different lifestyles to adults so they can experience different types of injuries and problems.
Injuries or issues during childhood can have long-term implications on joint and muscle health into adulthood. Proper care and management early on can help mitigate these risks.
Dr Mathers is a skilled and experienced practitioner with additional university training in child spine and musculoskeletal and care. He is great at putting children (and parents) at ease.
Children have many decades ahead of them, so we take the time to show children and teenagers how to be more aware of their own spines and how to take better care of themselves in the future.