Pediatric Chiropractic in Foley
Gentle Care for Children of All Ages
At Beach Life Chiropractic, we believe that giving children a healthy start sets the foundation for lifelong wellness. Dr. Dalton Detty has advanced training in pediatric chiropractic care, providing gentle, specialized techniques for newborns, infants, toddlers, and children of all ages. Our approach to pediatric chiropractic is significantly different from adult care, using extremely gentle pressure—sometimes just light touch—appropriate for developing bodies.
We create a fun, relaxed environment where children feel comfortable and parents feel confident in the care their little ones receive.
Why Children Need Chiropractic Care
Children experience many physical stresses during their growing years that can affect their spinal alignment and nervous system function. The birth process itself can be traumatic for a newborn’s spine and cranium, potentially creating misalignments that may lead to common childhood conditions. As children grow and develop, learning to hold their head up, crawl, walk, and engage in increasingly active play, they experience countless falls and bumps that can impact spinal alignment. Early attention to these issues can help prevent them from becoming larger problems as children grow.
Conditions We Address in Children
Our pediatric chiropractic care has helped many children with a variety of common childhood conditions:
- Digestive issues including colic and reflux
- Ear infections and earaches
- Torticollis (tight neck muscles often from birth)
- Breastfeeding difficulties
- Sleep problems
- Immune system challenges
- Developmental concerns
- Posture problems
Your Child’s First Visit: A Positive Experience
We understand that children (and parents!) might be nervous about their first chiropractic visit. Our team goes above and beyond to create a positive experience from the moment your family walks through our door. Our staff members “become like little kids themselves,” playing and engaging with children to help them feel at ease.
Dr. Detty might get down on the floor to play with your child first, building trust before beginning any examination or treatment. We recommend bringing children when they’re well-fed and content, as this makes the experience more comfortable for everyone.
Adjustments Designed for Little Bodies
Pediatric adjustments are extremely gentle and nothing like adult adjustments. For infants and young children, the pressure used is often comparable to checking the ripeness of a tomato—just enough to create positive change without any discomfort. As children grow, techniques are modified appropriately for their size, weight, and comfort level.
Many children actually look forward to their adjustments and enjoy the attention and care they receive during their visits to our Foley office. Parents frequently report improvements in their children’s sleep, behavior, and overall wellbeing following chiropractic care.
Schedule Your Child’s Chiropractic Evaluation
Give your child the gift of optimal health from the beginning. Contact Beach Life Chiropractic at (251) 943-8511 to schedule a pediatric chiropractic consultation.
