Chiropractic for the whole family · Rochedale South QLD
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Dr Christian <strong>Fludder</strong> — Chiropractor
Advanced Paediatric Chiropractor An Advanced Paediatric Chiropractor is a full member of the Australian College of Chiropractic Paediatrics (ACCP) and has completed a minimum 2-year postgraduate qualification in paediatric chiropractic recognised by the ACCP.
Chiropractor for Children

Dr Christian Fludder

B.Chiro.Sc · M.Chiropractic · DACCP · Advanced Paediatric Chiropractor (ACCP 2023)

ACCP ACCP Member 👶 Paediatric Focussed 🔬 Published Researcher 🎓 International Lecturer 🎙️ Podcast Co-host 2PaedChiros ▶️ YouTube Educator 💻 Software Developer

Dr Christian completed his Masters of Chiropractic from Macquarie University in 2005, and since then has completed several post-graduate qualifications across kinesiology, neurology, nutrition and methylation — culminating in a Diplomate of Chiropractic Paediatrics (DACCP).

He has been involved in teaching chiropractic paediatrics across Australia and internationally for over 7 years, both as part of the Chiropaeds team and individually. He also runs a YouTube channel for parents and co-hosts a podcast for chiropractors.

While Dr Christian loves working with kids of all ages — the youngest he has seen was just 4 hours old — he has a particular interest in plagiocephaly, hip dysplasia, and neurobehavioural/neurodivergent conditions such as autism and anxiety.

Outside the clinic: Rugby Union · Photography
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Beyond the Clinic
Co-developer of ClickNotes — clinical documentation software for healthcare professionals
Dr Christian co-developed ClickNotes, a floating panel utility that lets practitioners inject pre-built text snippets into any application with a single click — cutting documentation time and keeping clinicians focused on their patients.
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20+ Years in Practice
17 Publications
10+ Conf. Presentations
7+ Years Teaching
4hrs Youngest Patient
Clinical Focus

What Dr Christian enjoys working with

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Plagiocephaly

Also known as "Flat head syndrome" in infants, Dr Christian has published multiple studies on prevalence and management including its relationship with reduced cervical range of motion.

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Hip Dysplasia (DDH)

Developmental dysplasia of the hip — including late-diagnosed cases. Published case reports documenting morphological changes after manual therapy in DDH presentations - a world first!

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Neurobehavioural Conditions

Children with autism, anxiety, and neurodivergent presentations. A thorough history, full examination, and collaborative care plan exploring options beyond just manual therapy form the basis of every consultation.

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Infant Care

From birth through the first months of life — colic, breastfeeding difficulty, unsettled behaviour, constipation, and primitive reflex integration.

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Scoliosis and Spinal Health

Including infantile idiopathic scoliosis. Dr Christian has published a letter to the editor on novel orthotic management approaches and contributes to ACCP policy.

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Complex and Rare Cases

The more complex the better. Dr Christian actively writes and publishes interesting cases to help practitioners around the world manage challenging presentations.

Parent Education

Tips from Dr Christian's YouTube channel

🤱 Breastfeeding Difficulty
👁️ Assessing Their Head
😣 Unsettled Behaviour
💛 Constipation
👁️ Plagiocephaly
🧠 Primitive Reflexes
Peer-Reviewed Research

Publications

2025
Forces recorded in manual therapy techniques applied to a mannequin simulating a 3–4 month old infant
Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics, 48:689–697
Keil B.G. & Fludder C.J.
2025
Guideline discordance in the management of a toddler with Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip
medtigo J Med., 3(3):e3062334
Fludder C.J., Keil B.G. & Neave M.J.
2025
Is force an important factor for treatment effectiveness? A case report of improved neurodevelopmental changes in an infant after altered manual therapy application
Journal of Contemporary Chiropractic, 8:75–80
Fludder C.J. & Keil B.G.
2023
Morphological changes evident after manual therapy in two cases of late-diagnosed developmental dysplasia of the hip
Frontiers in Pediatrics, 10(1)
Fludder C.J., Keil B.G. & Neave M.J.
2022
Letter to the Editor: Treatment of infantile idiopathic scoliosis using a novel thoracolumbosacral orthosis
Journal of Medical Case Reports, 16:421
Fludder C.J. & Keil B.G.
2021
Letter to the Editor: The effect of chiropractic care on infantile colic
Chiropractic & Manual Therapies, 29(1):1–2
Keil B.G. & Fludder C.J.
2020
Policy: Infant Hip Screening — endorsed by the Australian College of Chiropractic Paediatrics
ACCP Policy Document
Fludder C.J., Bourgeois-Bell J., Neave M. et al.
2020
The prevalence and predisposing factors of infant glenohumeral joint dysfunction: a retrospective study of 178 cases
Chiropractic Journal of Australia, 47:65–71
Keil B.G. & Fludder C.J.
2020
Deformational plagiocephaly and reduced cervical spine range of motion: a retrospective case series of 150 infants
Journal of Alternate Therapies in Health and Medicine, AT6232
Fludder C.J. & Keil B.G.
2020
Routine Screening for Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip by chiropractors: A case report of late diagnosis in an infant
Journal of the Canadian Chiropractors Association, 64(2):144–155
Fludder C.J. & Keil B.G.
2020
Chiropractic management of an infant with breastfeeding difficulty and poor weight gain: A case study
Breastfeeding Review, 28(1):21–28
Fludder C.J. & Bourgeois-Bell J.
2019
Interim Policy: Spinal Manipulation in Children under 2 Years of Age — endorsed by the ACCP
ACCP Policy Document
Fludder C.J., Keil B.G., Bourgeois-Bell J. et al.
2018
Instrument-assisted delivery and the prevalence of reduced cervical spine range of motion in infants
Chiropractic Journal of Australia, 46:162–171
Fludder C.J. & Keil B.G.
2018
Presentation of neonates and infants with spinal vs extremity joint dysfunction
Chiropractic Journal of Australia, 46:79–91
Fludder C.J. & Keil B.G.
2018
Chiropractic Evidence-Based Management of Breastfeeding Difficulty — endorsed by the ACCP
ACCP Clinical Guideline
Fludder C.J., Bourgeois-Bell J., Thomas J., McNamara C. & Kyte J.
2017
The prevalence of extremity joint dysfunction in neonates and infants within a paediatric chiropractic clinic
Chiropractic Journal of Australia, 45:359–367
Fludder C.J. & Keil B.G.
2017
Chiropractic Evidence-Based Management of Deformational Plagiocephaly — endorsed by the ACCP
ACCP Clinical Guideline
Keil B.G. & Fludder C.J.
Professional Engagements

Presentations & conferences

2026
Royal College of Chiropractors 2026
Clinical Application of the Pull to Sit Test
2025
AICE Paeds and Pregnancy Symposium 2025
Clinical Application of the Pull to Sit Test
2025
AICE Paeds and Pregnancy Symposium 2025
Why the History Matters
2025
ACCP Annual Conference 2025
Clinical Application of Manual Therapy to Improve Magnocellular Response in Sensory Processing Disorder
2025
ACCP FNQ Regional Forum 2025
Neurological Assessment of the School-Aged Child
2025
ACCP FNQ Regional Forum 2025
Why See a Chiropractor?
2022
ACCP Annual Conference 2022
Morphological changes on x-ray after manual therapy in late-diagnosed DDH
2022
North Queensland Paediatric Forum 2022
Why see a chiropractor · The Infant Hip · The Limping Child
2021
The Kid's Summit 2021
Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip
2021
ACCP Annual Conference 2021
The Infant Hip
2020
ACCP Annual Conference 2020
The Importance of Research & Writing Case Studies
2019
DACCP Refresher Program Adelaide 2019
Paediatric Chiropractic
2019
Chiropaeds Paediatric Masterclass Singapore 2019
International Paediatric Masterclass
2019
Chiropaeds Paediatric Masterclass Malaysia 2019
International Paediatric Masterclass
2019
The Chiropractic Alumni (tCA) 2019
The Adolescent Spine
2018
World Congress of Chiropractic Students — RMIT 2018
Introduction to Paediatric Chiropractic

Book an appointment with Dr Christian

Initial consultations run for 60–90 minutes — a thorough history, full examination, and a clear care plan. Treatment is provided during the initial consultation where appropriate.

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