Pediatric Chiropractic at True Source Chiropractic
The very first stress a baby experiences is the process of birth. Passing through the birth canal places a tremendous amount of pressure on their delicate nervous and spinal systems, and interventions such as forceps, vacuum extraction, or even C-sections can increase that strain. A baby’s neck may be pulled, rotated, or hyper-extended in ways that can affect their developing spine and nervous system.
That’s why having your baby checked as soon as possible after birth is so important. Early chiropractic care helps ensure your little one starts life on the right path, giving them every possible advantage. Babies are born with an incredible, innate ability to regulate and heal, and gentle Chiropractic care supports and protects those systems from the very beginning.
Why Does My Child Need Chiropractic?
Damage to the neuro-spinal system is not always immediately visible. Unlike other healthcare providers, chiropractors are uniquely trained to assess how well the nervous system is functioning and to identify whether communication between the brain and body has been disrupted.
Working With Children
Our team truly loves caring for children and creating an environment where they feel comfortable and at ease. When kids visit our office, they’ll find toys, chiropractic-themed coloring books, and friendly faces ready to engage with them. We meet them at their level, speaking in a way they can understand, and making the experience as fun and stress-free as possible. We know that a first adjustment may not always go exactly as planned, and that’s perfectly fine—we move at the child’s pace and celebrate every step forward.
For our littlest practice members, scans and adjustments can be done while they stay in the comfort of Mom or Dad’s arms. Our goal is to ensure every child’s experience is positive, gentle, and even playful, so they begin to associate chiropractic with something safe and enjoyable.
And for children who may need extra time before feeling ready to come into the adjusting room, our chiropractic assistant completes much of the new patient workup ahead of the appointment. This way, we provide families with every possible avenue to receive care in a way that works best for them.
Learning From Children
Dr. Josh recalls working with a 6-year-old girl who had autism and struggled to adjust to school. Large groups of people overwhelmed her, and any change to her routine would completely throw her off. After just two to three months of consistent chiropractic care, her mom reported remarkable changes. This little girl was calmer, beginning to enjoy her classes, no longer disruptive, and even able to stay quiet when asked.
That experience sparked Dr. Josh’s deep interest in caring for children on the spectrum. Through advanced pediatric training with The Pediatric Experience, he came to understand that when a child struggles, it doesn’t just affect them — it impacts their parents, siblings, teachers, and everyone around them. His mission is to bring hope and healing not only to the child but to the entire family and support system.