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Strong Bones for Children: Your Complete Guide

By Greg Conlan – Northcote Chiropractic Centre
When trust and experience matter

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Strong bones aren’t just important for adults — they’re vital for kids too. Childhood and adolescence are when bones grow fastest and the habits kids form now will set the stage for lifelong bone health. With the right nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle choices, children can build strong, resilient bones and reduce the risk of fractures later in life.

This guide covers three key areas: nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle — tailored

Building Bones: Why Childhood & Teenage Years Matter
Why Childhood and Teenage Years Matter Most for Bone Health

When we think of strong bones, most people focus on older adults and preventing osteoporosis—but the real foundation is built decades earlier.

Bones grow rapidly during childhood and adolescence, and most of your bone density is set by your mid-20s. In fact, by the time you’re 18, you’ve built about 90% of your adult bone mass.

This means what kids eat, how they move, and even how much sunshine they get during these years can shape

Protecting Kids’ Backs: Easy Tips to Prevent Back Pain from School and Screens
Easy Tips to Prevent Back Pain from School and Screens

Back pain isn’t just an adult problem. We’re seeing it more and more in school-age children—and it’s happening earlier than ever.

Between heavy backpacks, poor posture, and hours spent on devices, young spines are under pressure. And while kids may bounce back faster than adults, repeated strain now can set them up for chronic issues later.

The good news? Protecting kids’ backs doesn’t have to be hard. A few smart changes