Paediatric Chiropractic Care at The Octagon Clinic, Hammersmith

At The Octagon Clinic, we see caring for babies and children as a genuine privilege. Our team has undertaken extensive postgraduate training in paediatric chiropractic care, giving us a deep understanding of the unique physiology and development of infants and young people.

Every child is different, and we tailor our approach to suit their individual needs and stage of development.

Caring for Babies

When treating babies, we begin by asking about feeding, sleeping, and how they’re settling into the world. We observe how they move, respond to their environment, and interact with you, their parent or carer. Assessments are gentle and may involve holding your baby, walking around the room, or placing them on the treatment couch in a calm, supportive space.

We fully understand that babies may cry in unfamiliar surroundings — and that’s absolutely fine. Our clinic is set up to provide a quiet, soothing environment where both you and your baby feel comfortable and supported.

Caring for Toddlers and Children

With toddlers and older children, appointments are often lively and interactive. We ask about their general development and acknowledge that every child grows at their own pace — sometimes differently from standard developmental milestones. Treatment sessions may involve play, movement, or floor-based interaction rather than lying still on a treatment couch.

We aim to keep everything as informal, friendly, and unmedical as possible, while still providing high-quality clinical care.

Gentle Techniques for Young Patients

Our paediatric chiropractic techniques are extremely gentle — involving soft, rhythmic “unwinding” movements designed to release tension and restore comfort. These methods are very different from the stronger manual adjustments sometimes associated with adult Chiropractic or Osteopathy.

Every session is focused on creating a safe, calm, and nurturing experience to support your child’s natural development and wellbeing.

Give your child the gift of gentle, professional care

Book a paediatric chiropractic session and support your baby or child’s healthy development in a calm, family-friendly environment.