How to Choose the Right Pediatric Chiropractor for Your Child

Has your child tried chiropractic care before—but you left feeling unsure or underwhelmed by the results? You’re not the only one. Many parents come to us after seeing providers who offered inconsistent care plans, added on confusing therapies, or lacked confidence and clarity when it came to pediatric care.

At Rooted Wellness Chiropractic, we’re here to help you cut through the confusion and find the right kind of care for your child—especially if they’re facing sensory challenges, neurodevelopmental struggles, or chronic health issues.

Let’s break down what really sets Neurologically-Focused Pediatric Chiropractic Care apart from general or even “family-focused” chiropractic care.

Not All Chiropractors Are Trained for Kids—Especially Neurodiverse Kids

Caring for a developing nervous system is vastly different than adjusting an adult spine. Children—especially those with ADHD, Autism Spectrum challenges, anxiety, sensory processing struggles, or chronic immune and gut issues—need more than just a quick adjustment. They need a provider who understands the complexity of their nervous system.

Let me introduce you to Henry, a little boy who came to us after months of traditional chiropractic care. He was sensory-seeking—running into walls for input, melting down over clothing textures, and constantly struggling with self-regulation.

His parents were doing everything they could, but nothing seemed to help.

What changed? A specialized, neurologically-focused approach. Within a few short weeks of tailored care, Henry began to calm. His behavior became more manageable. His ability to regulate improved. His mom finally saw progress—and hope.

So what made the difference?

5 Things to Look for in a Pediatric Chiropractor

1. Specialized Pediatric + Neurological Training
Caring for kids is not something chiropractors “pick up along the way.” True pediatric care requires advanced training in:

• Brain and nervous system development
• Milestones and reflex integration
• Neuro-immune and gut-brain health
• The effects of early stress, trauma, and birth interventions

Today’s kids are facing more stress and neurological overwhelm than ever before. A chiropractor with pediatric specialization understands how to care for these kids in ways that go beyond symptoms—and get to the root cause.

3. INSiGHT Scans and Neurological Testing
We live in 2025—your child’s care should reflect that. That’s why we use INSiGHT Scanning Technology, a non-invasive way to map your child’s nervous system and measure how it’s functioning under stress.

These scans:

• Take just 15-20 minutes
• Provide more valuable data than many traditional tests
• Help us create care plans based on real need
• Allow us to track neurological progress over time

Without these scans, care is often just guesswork.

4. Multiple Adjusting Techniques Tailored to Kids
There is no one-size-fits-all technique—especially when it comes to pediatric chiropractic care. Your child’s nervous system is unique, and their care plan should reflect that.

We’re trained in a variety of gentle, effective adjusting techniques so we can adapt care to your child’s:

• Age and development
• Sensory sensitivities
• Physical and neurological presentation

Whether they need cranial work, tonal adjusting, or soft-touch methods, we’ve got them covered.

5. Customized, Developmentally-Appropriate Care Plans
Children today are navigating a world with more sensory input and stress than ever before. That means they often need more frequent, consistent care—especially at the beginning.

A high-quality pediatric care plan should include:

• Adjusting frequency based on neurological testing
• Flexibility and adaptation as your child progresses
• Ongoing check-ins and scans to measure success
• Transparent communication with you every step of the way

How to Know You’ve Found the Right Fit

If you’ve been disappointed by past experiences, it’s okay. Finding the right care for your child is a journey—and when you find the right provider, it can change everything.

Just like it did for Henry. His story is one of many we’ve seen at Rooted Wellness Chiropractic, where kids go from overwhelmed and dysregulated to calm, connected, and thriving.