How to Choose a Pediatric Chiropractor: What Parents Should Look For
Choosing the right chiropractor for your children can be an important decision. Whether you are seeking care for immune support, colic, digestive issues, or to simply support your child’s overall well-being, it is essential to find a chiropractor who is trained to properly take care of your children! With so many chiropractors available, how do you know which one is right for your child?
This blog post will explore the different things parents should look for when choosing a pediatric chiropractor. Our goal is to help you make an informed and confident decision that is going to best support you and your family!
Why Choose Pediatric Chiropractic Care?
Pediatric chiropractic care digs way deeper than your typical neck pain and back pain (reasons why many find themselves going to a chiropractor). Pediatric care focuses on the alignment of the spine and the overall function of the nervous system, which helps children grow, develop, and thrive. From birth trauma to developmental delays and challenges, chiropractic care can address a variety of different issues in babies and children. Some of these include:
Colic
Reflux
Digestive issues
Sleep disturbances
Immune Support
Developmental milestones
Breastfeeding struggles
Choosing the right pediatric chiropractor for your child can be the key factor in unlocking their body’s natural healing capabilities!
Important Factors to Consider When Choosing a Pediatric Chiropractor
To make sure your child receives the best possible care, here are several important factors parents should keep in mind when choosing the right pediatric chiropractor.
Experience and Qualifications
Not all chiropractors are trained to care for children. When seeking chiropractic care for your child, it is essential to find a chiropractor who has specialized training in pediatric care. Look for credentials such as:
ICPA Members: Chiropractors with training from the ICPA (International Chiropractic Pediatric Association) have completed additional training focused specifically on serving babies and children.
Specialized Training (CACCP): Ensure that your chiropractor has experience working with children. While searching for an ICPA chiropractor, look for chiropractors who have also earned their CACCP. This is a 200 hour certification that dives deep into working with the pediatric population. Those who have earned this certification have received top of the line training from other chiropractors who specialize in adjusting the pediatric population! Did you know Dr. Victoria is the ONLY chiropractor in Volusia County to hold this certification?!
If you are interested in searching for ICPA trained chiropractors in your area, check out this database!
2. Practice Philosophy and Approach
When searching for a pediatric chiropractor, it is important to understand their approach to care. Are they implementing gentle, low force adjustments that are safe for children of all ages? Do they take a holistic approach to healing and consider the entire body, not just the spine?
At Seahaven Chiropractic, we believe in educating families and empowering them to embrace their natural healing abilities. We achieve this through gentle, specialized care for children of ALL ages. Our philosophy is rooted in supporting the nervous system to improve overall function of the body.
3. Comfort and Environment
A chiropractor that specializes in pediatric care should have a welcoming and child-friendly office. When searching for the right practice for your family, look for an environment that your child feels safe and relaxed in. A practice that specializes in pediatric care should have kid-friendly spaces and tools designed specifically for children. The office space should make you and your child’s experience stress-free!
4. Communication and Rapport
A good pediatric chiropractor will take the time to explain the process to you and answer any and all questions you may have. Look for a provider who listens to your concerns, discusses your child’s specific needs, and clearly explains how chiropractic care will benefit your child. We want to do everything we can to ensure that this is a positive experience for you and your family!
Here at Seahaven Chiropractic, your time here is so much more than “just another adjustment.” We have created a space that is designed for connection, community, and a place to truly heal and have a voice.
5. Reviews and Testimonials
One of the best ways to “get a feel” for a chiropractor’s office is by reading reviews and testimonials from other parents! Look for positive experiences, interactions, and feedback about how the chiropractor has helped other children. Testimonials about bedside manner, professionalism, and good communication skills are something to also look for.
Asking for referrals from other parents or healthcare providers can also be very helpful in guiding your decision!
You and Your Family Deserve the Best Care!
Choosing the right pediatric chiropractor is a big step towards supporting your child’s growth, development, and well-being. When you are looking for a pediatric chiropractor, it is essential to focus on their qualifications, training, experience, and approach to care! When considering all of these factors, you will absolutely find a chiropractor who is going to care for your child with expertise, love, and compassion.
At Seahaven Chiropractic, we are dedicated to providing the best pediatric chiropractic care in Ormond Beach and East Volusia County. If you are looking for a caring, experienced chiropractor to support your child’s natural healing abilities, contact us today to schedule an appointment!
