Baby and Child Chiropractic in Ramsbottom

We see patients of all ages at ChiroCare, including babies, children and teenagers. Parents who search for a baby chiropractor or a paediatric chiropractor often want to know who will see their child. At ChiroCare, that is one of our GCC-registered chiropractors, and you can book with us directly. The phone consultation is free.

Babies' bones are softer than an adult's, so chiropractors use much gentler techniques. Chiropractic is a gentle treatment suitable for children and babies. Your chiropractor explains what they plan to do before they start.

Older children and teenagers get back pain and neck pain that are not from an injury, joint pain and minor sports injuries too, and we treat these with techniques adapted to their age and size.

You may have read that chiropractic can help with crying, colic or feeding. We do not offer chiropractic for any of the problems below, because there is no good evidence that it helps them:

• colic or excessive crying
• reflux, wind or constipation
• feeding or latch problems
• sleep problems
• ear infections
• a flat spot on the head, or a baby who always turns their head one way
• development and milestones, such as rolling, crawling or walking

If you are worried about any of these, speak to your GP or health visitor first. They are the right people to assess these problems and arrange any further help.

If your baby is unwell and you need advice now, call NHS 111. In an emergency, call 999.

1. We ask about your child's health, birth and medical history, and anything you have noticed.
2. Your chiropractor carries out a gentle physical examination, adapted to your child's age.
3. We explain what we have found in plain language and answer your questions. Nothing happens without your consent.
4. If chiropractic is suitable, we explain the techniques we would use and agree a plan with you. If anything needs medical attention, we refer you to your GP, health visitor or paediatrician.

With your permission, we can share our findings with your GP or health visitor.

Techniques for babies use slight, sustained pressure, tailored to your baby. For older children and teenagers, your chiropractor uses gentle stretching and mobilisation, adapted to their age and size.

Your chiropractor tells you what each technique involves before using it, and you can ask us to stop at any point.

We can also show you comfortable positions for tummy time and carrying, and give older children simple exercises to do at home.

For older children, the reasons are often the same as for adults: back pain and neck pain that are not from an injury, joint pain and minor sports injuries. We assess how your child moves, and we use gentle hands-on techniques and advice where they are suitable.

A parent or guardian gives consent before we treat a child. If treatment is not suitable, we tell you and refer you on.

All our chiropractors are registered with the General Chiropractic Council, the UK's statutory regulator for chiropractors.

Dr Ammani Husna, Doctor of Chiropractic (not a medical doctor), has completed courses in paediatrics and pregnancy since qualifying. You can read more on her profile page. When you book, ask which chiropractor will see your child.

We do not publish a separate price for babies' and children's appointments. Call 01706 391922 and we will tell you the cost before you book.

The phone consultation is free, so you can ask whether an appointment makes sense for your child before you commit. You do not need a referral from your GP or health visitor. You can book online or call us.

If you are expecting, read about chiropractic care during pregnancy.

We are at 4 Princes Court, Silver Street, Ramsbottom, BL0 9BJ, off the main high street, with easy access to bus stops and Ramsbottom train station. There are two free car parks behind the clinic where you can park all day, and bays nearby with one hour of free parking.

• From Bury: approximately 10 to 15 minutes by car.
• From Haslingden: about 5 minutes.
• From Rawtenstall: approximately 5 to 8 minutes.