Pediatric Chiropractic in Medford
Just as you take your child for regular dental checkups, caring for their spine is equally vital for lifelong health. In this century, we’re discovering what the dental profession learned 100 years ago: preventive care makes all the difference. Many spinal issues start unnoticed at birth due to delivery stresses, making early evaluation essential for your child’s development.
Dr. Wartenberg has evaluated babies as young as 13 hours old, bringing specialized training and decades of experience to every pediatric assessment. Trained directly by Dr. Larry Webster at Life University in the 1980s, Dr. Wartenberg spent eight hours a week for over a year working alongside Dr. Webster at the Atlanta clinic. This hands-on training, combined with both lecture and lab instruction, provided a grounding in pediatrics and pregnancy care that few practitioners receive.
Understanding Birth Trauma and Early Evaluation
In this country, estimates suggest 80% of births are traumatic not only to the mother but especially to the child. During traditional hospital deliveries, tremendous stress is applied to the infant’s spine, particularly the neck. Doctors may pull, use forceps, or apply suction to guide the baby out, creating the potential for the first spinal misalignment.
So, do you want to wait 30 or 40 years for your child to get their spine checked, or check their spine as soon as possible? Kids don’t necessarily need an adjustment, but they absolutely need an evaluation. Early assessment allows us to identify and address potential concerns before they affect growth, alignment, or comfort.
Preventive Care for Growing Spines
The spine can break down under stress whether symptoms appear or not. Those who understand this value bring their children in regularly, just like dental checkups. We look for function, not just symptoms, helping ensure your child’s spine grows and works properly from the start.
Kids are treated using the same proven Gonstead approach as adults, in the same rooms and on the same tables with Mom and Dad. The analysis and procedure remain consistent; they simply have smaller spines requiring appropriately adjusted force. This family- centered approach creates a comfortable, familiar environment where children feel safe. Children under 2 to 3 years old get special attention….mom or dad help in the process!!
Generations of Family Care
Dr. Wartenberg currently cares for multiple four generation families, with many three- generation families active in the practice. Some parents who brought their children in 30 years ago now bring their grandchildren.
While Dr. Wartenberg’s training dates back decades, he maintains connections with world- class pediatric chiropractors, including friends who teach at Life University and have written the textbooks currently used in chiropractic schools. When new situations arise, he has immediate access to consultation with leading experts in the field.
Begin Your Family’s Wellness Journey
Give your little one the advantage of proper spinal care from the beginning. Contact Main Street Chiropractic to schedule a pediatric evaluation and discover how generations of families have benefited from expert, caring chiropractic care.
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