“Every child deserves the chance to grow and thrive without nerve interference. We use incredibly gentle, specific care, prioritizing their comfort and long-term development.”
Children & Chiropractic: Gentle Care for North Shore Kids
Welcome to the Realhealth Chiropractic Clinic on the North Shore. As Dr. Josh, I believe that proactive health starts young. It is a true privilege to work with children, from newborns to teenagers, here in Rosedale. My commitment is to provide safe, effective, and incredibly gentle care, helping children navigate their critical developmental years with a nervous system working at its best.
The Importance of Spinal Health from Birth Onward
Chiropractic therapy for Children: Being born is a natural phenomenon. It’s the process in which we are born, which has become one of the most stressful and traumatic experiences of our lives. Forceps, C-sections, and epidurals are accepted as very normal in a birth in today’s world. All of these interventions put unnecessary stress on both mother and baby, which can cause dysfunction within the spine and the way that the body functions.
The initial stress and trauma of birth can cause subtle misalignments in the spine, interfering with the nervous system’s function. Addressing this early is crucial for long-term pediatric spine health. As infants learn vital early milestones—lifting their heads, crawling, and taking their first steps—regular infant chiropractic check-ups ensure their system is optimally prepared for growth.
Recognizing When Your Newborn Needs a Check-up
Without the language to explain what is wrong, some newborn babies exhibit unexplained crying, colic, sleep problems, explosive bowel movements, attachment issues, lack of appetite, allergic reactions or other difficulties. Newborns and infants will often show a tendency to hold their head to one side or prefer a certain breast when feeding.
These are the ways that they cope with abnormal spinal function and an impaired nervous system. Crying is their only way to let us know that something is wrong. A chiropractic doctor is alert to the many ways that nerve interference can negatively affect your babies’ health.
Many infants and toddlers will rub or tug their ears at some point, a sign of ear infections possibly caused by an impaired nervous system, making the Eustachian tubes susceptible to fluid buildup or infection.
When your baby is constantly crying or struggling with colic or sleep issues, it’s their way of telling us something isn’t right. A specific check for newborn spinal alignment can identify if nerve interference is contributing to these struggles. Early detection helps prevent these issues from potentially developing into chronic problems in adulthood.
Addressing Common Childhood Issues with Chiropractic
Growing bodies, especially as children start school and then carry heavy bags, need continuous support. We often help older children struggling with posture correction for teens, especially given the amount of time spent sitting or using devices. Chiropractic care acts as preventative maintenance, supporting the healthy development of your child’s nervous system and ensuring they are focused and comfortable—part of our mission as a child wellness chiropractor.
Our Safe and Specific Chiropractic Therapy for Children
If indicated, a series of gentle and specific spinal adjustments are given, which can increase the body’s ability to heal itself. Many parents see instant improvements in the well-being of their child.
Checkups are very helpful throughout life, and are very helpful to monitor development as infants learn to crawl and take their first steps. Growing pains, nightmares, bed-wetting, and decreased concentration are all signs that something is not right. Left uncorrected during the early stages of development, it can lead to chronic problems in adulthood.
The pressure used to check and adjust an infant’s spine is incredibly light—often compared to the pressure you’d comfortably use to test a ripe tomato. My focus is always on using the gentlest, most specific techniques possible to ensure your child is comfortable and safe. Many parents observe rapid, positive changes in their child’s overall comfort and well-being after these specific adjustments.
Protect your child’s spinal development. Arrange a gentle infant wellness check-up for your baby, toddler, or teen today.
