Pediatric Chiropractic Care & Guidance in Ellicott City
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Receiving chiropractic care is a gentle and safe way to treat common concerns and imbalances in infants and children. It can naturally help resolve problems related to development, the spine and musculoskeletal system, and specific conditions and habits.
From conservative chiropractic adjustments to soft tissue therapies, our pediatric chiropractor offers a full range of comprehensive care to improve the quality of life for children of all ages.
Whether your child is trying to master the steps, jumps on the trampoline nightly, enjoys reading at a desk for long periods, or runs on the high school track team, we’re prepared to provide in-clinic care and take-home guidance on how to stay safe while doing the activities they enjoy.
With the right chiropractic care plan, your children can live actively with a strong, capable body.
What Can Pediatric Chiropractic Care Treat?
From the minute you start caring for kids, you worry. There are so many things to consider: Did they get a veggie in today? Are they studying too much? On their device too much? Should you get them the dirt bike, the gaming station, or both? It’s a lot because so much can impact their health and well-being.
While you may often think about their health, one thing that’s frequently overlooked is spine, joint, and soft tissue care. Misalignment and body imbalances can cause many health issues in infants and children.
Regular chiropractic care can help find, relieve, and prevent injuries, ensuring your child’s spine and musculoskeletal system are functioning correctly and supporting their demands.
Whether your child is highly active or highly sedentary, pressures are put on the body; learning how to manage those pressures will reduce the risk of injury and promote a healthy lifestyle.
Chiropractic for kids offers safe, natural, and noninvasive treatment options. Talking with your local pediatric chiropractor can help determine if chiropractic care is a good fit for you and your child.
We invite you to visit our clinic, meet our team, and learn more about how we use holistic chiropractic techniques to help kids thrive.
Is Chiropractic Care Safe for Infants, Toddlers, & Children?
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Chiropractic to Treat Common Symptoms & Imbalances in Children
Our team will provide a painless and thorough examination of your child, telling us how their body’s structure supports them and what health issues or dysfunctions may deter them from comfort and proper movement patterns.
At Peake Chiropractic, we resolve misalignments and restore function using effective chiropractic methods, such as adjustments, soft tissue mobilization, and physical therapy. Our children-centered modalities never require twisting or cracking. We use a gentle approach that inspires confidence and trust between child and doctor.
Our safe and effective care allows us to help reduce many symptoms and conditions and to provide insight based on the child’s unique needs, including:
- Colic symptoms
- Muscle imbalances associated with poor movement
- Postural techniques
- Education regarding taking breaks while studying, how to sit and stand properly, sleeping positions, and more
- Ear infections
- Nervous system issues
- Digestive issues and acid reflux
- Sleep problems
- Trauma from injuries
- And more
Pediatric Sports Chiropractic and Rehabilitation
Active kids are healthier kids, and we appreciate your decision to get your child involved in sports or exercise. However, it’s important to know that the active body requires proactive care to properly support your child through their events.
Dr. Barbee partners with the families of many middle and high school athletes, helping their kids become stronger, healthier, and better prepared to reach their athletic goals.
We help kids with several aspects of their active lifestyle, including:
- Rehabilitation after sporting events
- Lifting techniques
- Sports-related injuries
- Overuse conditions
- Muscle imbalances associated with sports
- Sports-specific training, such as power training for track participants and rotational training for baseball players
- Education regarding warm-ups and cool-downs, taking breaks while training, why you shouldn’t push through pain, and more
No matter where your kid is on the journey toward an optimized body, we want to help keep them safe along the way and provide resources to ensure they stay protected.
What Happens at My Child’s Pediatric Chiropractor Appointment?
If you’re feeling a bit cautious about your child’s first chiropractic appointment, we assure you it will be a streamlined process, and your child will feel comfortable throughout.
Here’s what to expect on your child’s initial visit with us:
- If you’re bringing in a newborn or infant, Dr. Barbee will ask you about the mother’s pregnancy, childbirth, and delivery to understand any issues that may have occurred
- We’ll discuss your child’s general health and well-being
- A safe, gentle physical exam will tell us of imbalances or misalignment
- The individualized treatment strategy will be designed and discussed with you and, if appropriate, your child
- We’ll answer any questions, comments, or concerns you or your child have to ensure confidence in the treatment
We know your goal is to have a healthy, happy kid who is pain-free, and we want to help make that happen with our effective solutions that get real and lasting results.
