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What Is Pediatric Chiropractic Care, and Would Your Child Benefit?

Written By Marsh Chiropractic and Wellness Center on January 4, 2025

child getting a chiropractic adjustmentJust like adults, children can suffer from spinal misalignment, poor posture, injuries, musculoskeletal conditions, and other issues that cause pain and discomfort. If your child plays sports, was diagnosed with a condition like scoliosis or spina bifida, or is complaining of aches and pains, they may benefit from chiropractic care. At Marsh Chiropractic and Wellness Center, Dr. Scott Marsh has extensive experience as a pediatric chiropractor in Maryville, TN. Keep reading to learn more about pediatric chiropractic care and how your child can benefit.

What Is Pediatric Chiropractic Care?

Pediatric chiropractic care is a type of specialized healthcare for children that jumpstarts their body’s natural ability to heal itself. Rather than treating individual symptoms with invasive procedures or prescription medication, pediatric chiropractors like Dr. Marsh focus on addressing the underlying cause of your child’s symptoms or condition. They use all-natural, drug-free therapies that stimulate healing processes in the body to relieve pain and inflammation, restore function and range of motion, rehabilitate injury, and manage symptoms of chronic conditions.

What Conditions Are Treated With Pediatric Chiropractic Care?

Dr. Marsh can treat a wide range of conditions and symptoms, including:

  • Digestive issues like colic, constipation, and reflux
  • Lactation issues
  • Immune system disorders
  • Poor sleep or sleep disorders
  • Chronic headaches or migraines
  • Stress, anxiety, or depression
  • Spinal conditions like scoliosis and spina bifida
  • Asthma and respiratory disorders
  • Ear infections
  • Spinal development and alignment
  • Posture
  • Athletic performance and sports injuries
  • Behavioral problems

What Are the Benefits of Chiropractic Care for Children?

A pediatric chiropractor is trained to evaluate your child’s overall physical and mental health and create a personalized treatment plan that improves their health and quality of life. Dr. Marsh performs gentle, non-invasive examinations, and his treatment methods are safe and do not involve dangerous or invasive procedures of medications. The benefits of chiropractic care for children are:

  • Reduced risk of injury, including sports injuries
  • Improved posture
  • Better sleep habits
  • Improved immune system function and digestive function
  • Enhanced mood, energy, concentration, and focus
  • Non-invasive, all-natural, and drug-free treatment options
  • Relief from pain and discomfort
  • Management of chronic illnesses and health conditions

Schedule a Consultation With a Pediatric Chiropractor

Dr. Marsh and our team at Marsh Chiropractic and Wellness Center can provide safe, effective chiropractic therapies that enhance your child’s overall physical and mental health. We will design a personalized treatment plan that can reduce pain and other symptoms and manage chronic conditions, diseases, and illnesses. To learn more about your options for pediatric chiropractic care in Maryville, TN, call us now to schedule an appointment, or book an appointment online.


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