Pediatric Chiropractic in Northeast Colorado Springs
One of our greatest passions is helping kids of all ages thrive. From those very first days of life through the busy years of school and sports, children face incredible changes and challenges as they grow. Always gentle chiropractic care can be an important part of nurturing their developing bodies and nervous systems, giving them the best opportunity to flourish.
Early Development & Nervous System Growth
Birth is one of the most physically demanding traumatic experiences your child will ever face. Northeast Colorado Springs chiropractor Dr. Michelle Caplan has adjusted babies just hours after birth, helping them start life with optimal nervous system function. Your child’s developing nervous system is remarkable during this stage, with the brain and cerebellum growing at an incredible rate.
ICPA and Webster Certified Care
Dr. Michelle is certified by the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association to provide specialized pediatric care and has completed training in pediatric cranial adjusting with Peak Potential Institute. She is also Webster Technique certified, a method for assessing, balancing and aligning the pelvis and sacrum. This specialized training ensures your little one receives the most appropriate, gentle care possible from birth through childhood.
Safe, Gentle Touch for Growing Bodies
Children require a completely different approach than adults. Dr. Michelle uses incredibly gentle adjustments, applying only the same light pressure you would use to check if a tomato is ripe. Since kids don’t have years of built-up stress and trauma, they often respond quickly to care. This specialized technique addresses common concerns, including torticollis, head tilts, nursing and latching problems, sleep issues, digestion difficulties, and colic just to name a few.
A Child-Friendly Environment
Our practice is designed to be completely child-friendly. Dr. Michelle takes time to build rapport with each child, ensuring they feel comfortable before any care begins. She even “adjusts” stuffed animals so kids can see what’s involved, making the experience fun and non-threatening. Young children can’t always communicate their needs, so she relies on parents’ observations while using her specialized skills to assess each child’s unique requirements.
Real Results Parents Notice
One of Dr. Michelle’s young patients, who has been receiving care since before birth, recently told his mother at age three, “Mom, I think I need to go see Dr. Caplan.” When children feel comfortable asking for care and parents notice improved behavior and nervous system regulation, it demonstrates the positive impact gentle chiropractic care can have on developing minds and bodies.
Support Your Child’s Natural Development
With gentle, child-focused chiropractic care, we’re here to support your little one at every stage. Contact Caplan Chiropractic today to schedule an appointment and give your child the foundation for a healthy, thriving future.
