Supporting Growing Bodies Through the Teenage Years
The teenage years bring many changes-from growth spurts and increased sporting demands to longer periods of studying and screen use. These changes can place additional demands on the spine, joints and muscles, sometimes leading to discomfort, postural changes or reduced mobility.
How We Can Help
We understand that young people may experience these changes differently, which is why we focus on listening, understanding their goals and providing a thorough assessment and gentle care that is appropriate for their individual needs.
Our aim is to support adolescents in developing confidence in their bodies and posture, understanding healthy movement and making informed choices about their wellbeing.
We Commonly See Adolescents & Students For:
- Postural concerns related to studying, screen use, or device use
- Back, neck, and shoulder discomfort
- Sport and training-related concerns
- General mobility and flexibility concerns
- Support with understanding healthy movement habits during growth and development
What To Expect
The Chiropractor will:
The Chiropractor will:
- Take a full history.
- Ask about their/ your concerns.
- Examine the young person.
- Explain the examination findings.
- Discuss whether chiropractic care is appropriate.
- Answer questions before any care is provided.
- Provide a written report following your appointment.
For more information, please visit ‘What to expect‘ on our current website.
Working Together to Support You
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Why Choose Blackfen Chiropractic Clinic?
- We focus on listening and understanding each young person's goals.
- We provide a thorough assessment and gentle care that is appropriate for their individual needs.
- Our aim is to support adolescents in developing confidence in their bodies and posture.
- We help young people understand healthy movement and make informed choices about their wellbeing.
- We work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals where appropriate.
See why patients love Blackfen Chiropractic Clinic
FAQ
Is chiropractic care appropriate for someone who is still growing?
Adolescents are not simply treated as “small adults”. We recognise that this stage of life involves ongoing growth, hormonal changes, physical development, changing demands and increasing independence. Our approach is adapted to each young person’s age, activity levels and individual circumstances.
Will my teenager be taken seriously and listened to?
Yes. We believe young people should feel involved in decisions about their own health. We take time to listen to their experiences, explain our findings clearly and encourage them to ask questions, helping them develop a better understanding of their body and movement.
What happens during the first appointment?
The Chiropractor will:
- Take a full history
- Ask about your concerns
- Perform an examination
- Explain the examination findings
- Discuss whether chiropractic care is appropriate
- Answer questions before any care is provided
- Provide a written report following your appointment
For more information, please visit ‘What to expect‘ on our current website.
What if chiropractic care isn't the right option?
We work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals, including GPs, physiotherapists, sports specialists and other members of your child’s healthcare team where appropriate. If we feel another healthcare professional would be better placed to support your child, we will discuss this openly and help guide you towards the right support.