Pediatric Chiropractic Care

At Core Sport and Spine, we believe that healthy kids grow into healthy adults, and that starts with a balanced nervous system. Pediatric chiropractic care focuses on supporting your child’s development through safe, gentle adjustments.

From the moment they’re born, children experience physical stress. The birth process alone can place pressure on an infant’s spine, and as they grow, learning to crawl, walk, run, and play, new challenges to their posture, balance, and coordination can arise. Chiropractic care helps ensure children’s growing bodies are aligned properly, improving function and setting a strong foundation for lifelong health.

Regular spinal checkups during childhood may help reduce common issues such as:

Asthma
Bedwetting
Colic
Ear infections
Difficulty sleeping
Digestive troubles
Scoliosis

We tailor our pediatric chiropractic care to match your child’s stage of growth and development. For infants, adjustments are extremely gentle, using about the same pressure you’d apply to check the ripeness of a peach. These early treatments focus on easing tension from birth, supporting nervous system development, and helping your baby eat, sleep, and grow more comfortably.

As your child begins to crawl, walk, and play, their body goes through rapid physical changes. Our care evolves to address new challenges that come with increased mobility and coordination. For school-aged children and teens, chiropractic adjustments may help counteract the effects of poor posture, sports injuries, heavy backpacks, and time spent in front of screens.

The benefits of chiropractic for kids extend beyond injury recovery. Routine care can improve flexibility, posture, focus, sleep quality, and even immune function. Whether you’re bringing your newborn for a wellness check or supporting your teenager through growth spurts and athletic performance, chiropractic care for children helps lay the foundation for a healthy, active life, naturally.

Gentle Care for Children’s Growth & Development

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Frequently Asked Pediatric Chiropractic Care Questions

Is chiropractic care safe for babies and kids?

Yes. Pediatric chiropractic care is extremely safe when performed by trained professionals. We use gentle, low-force techniques that are specially adapted for growing bodies.

What are the benefits of chiropractic for kids?

Children can experience relief from colic, earaches, reflux, sleep disturbances, allergies, growing pains, and posture-related issues. It also supports nervous system function, which is essential during rapid growth phases.

When does chiropractic care make sense for my child?

Any time is a good time, whether it’s after birth, during major milestones (like crawling or walking), or if they’re experiencing discomfort or behavioral changes. Pediatric chiropractic care helps catch misalignments early.

How is chiropractic care different for children versus adults?

Pediatric adjustments are much gentler and involve different techniques tailored to your child’s age, size, and developmental stage.

Is chiropractic covered by insurance?

Our office does accept insurance. Most insurance offers some sort of coverage for chiropractic care. It is best to give our office a call at (503) 482-2483 to verify your specific coverage over the phone. We offer cash payment plans if needed.