What cranial chiropractic is
Cranial chiropractic is a gentle way of working with the head, jaw, spine and pelvis, using light, sustained touch rather than a thrust. It aims to ease tension in the muscles and tissues around these areas.
A session may include:
- Light contact at the head, along the spine and at the pelvis
- Gentle holds at the ribs, shoulders and jaw
- For babies, very light touch, with a parent in the room
Calm and quiet. Many people find cranial chiropractic relaxing enough to drift off on the table.
Who it can help
People usually ask us about cranial chiropractic for:
- Babies, as part of gentle care alongside feeding support and tongue-tie care
- Children who are more comfortable with very gentle, light-touch care
- Adults with head, jaw or neck tension who prefer a light-touch approach
- Pregnancy and after the birth, as a calm, gentle option alongside pregnancy care
- Stress and tension, when a quiet, restful approach suits alongside other care
What a session involves
Every plan follows the same steps, adapted to you or your child.
Listen
We take a full health history and hear what you would like help with, and screen thoroughly so nothing is missed.
Explain
What cranial chiropractic involves, how it fits your plan, what we suggest and what it costs. Then you decide.
Settle
You lie comfortably on the table, fully clothed, with supports where you need them. Babies may be cared for on the table or in a parent's arms.
Light touch
Gentle, sustained contact at the head, spine and pelvis. We check in with you throughout, and you can pause at any time.
Review
We talk about how you felt during and after the session, and review your plan at set points.
How it fits with your other care
Cranial chiropractic is one part of a wider plan. It often sits alongside:
- Paediatric chiropractic
Gentle, low-force care for babies and children, with you in the room.
Paediatric chiropractic- Myofunctional therapy
Exercises for how the tongue, lips and jaw rest and move.
Myofunctional therapy- NET
A mind-body approach when stress seems to be part of the picture.
Neuro Emotional Technique
For babies and children, we work alongside lactation consultants (IBCLCs), GPs, paediatricians and dentists. If your assessment shows further investigation is needed, we work alongside your GP.
Questions about cranial chiropractic
What is cranial chiropractic?
It is gentle, low-force chiropractic care for the head, spine and pelvis, using light, sustained touch while you rest fully clothed. We use it for babies, children and adults, usually as one part of a wider plan.
What does cranial chiropractic feel like?
Very gentle. The touch is light, and many people find it relaxing enough to drift off. Some notice warmth or a sense of release, and some notice very little during the session.
Is cranial chiropractic suitable for babies?
Yes. It is one of the gentlest approaches we use, with very light touch. A parent stays in the room throughout.
How is cranial chiropractic different from other chiropractic care?
Cranial chiropractic uses light, sustained touch, with no clicks or thrusts. Other chiropractic adjustments move a joint more directly. Your plan may use either or both.
Do I need a referral for cranial chiropractic?
No. You can book directly online or by phone.
Can I claim cranial chiropractic on my health fund?
Yes, if your extras cover includes chiropractic. We accept private health insurance.
