Pediatric Chiropractor
Chiropractic Care for Children of All Ages in Smithtown, NY
Pediatric Chiropractic Care To Support the Health and Development of Your Child
Pediatric chiropractic is a specialized branch of chiropractic care that focuses on the health and well-being of children. It involves gentle and safe adjustments to the spine, joints and cranium to promote proper alignment and nervous system function. Chiropractic for children is safe, gentle, and a great way to support your child’s overall health and wellness. Dr. Keri Chiappino is a certified pediatric chiropractor in Smithtown who specializes in working with children of all ages.
Dr. Keri Chiappino, DC DACNB BCN
Pediatric Care for Children of All Ages near Smithtown NY
Pediatric chiropractic care including pediatric craniosacral therapy can help with many childhood challenges. By addressing any misalignments in the spine and cranium, chiropractic adjustments can help improve nerve function and alleviate the condition and symptom. Chiropractic care can help support your child’s growth and development in a holistic way
Colic
Reflux
Constipation
Plagiocephaly (flattened head syndrome
Torticollis (having a challenge turning the neck both left and right)
Ear infections
Chronic illnesses
Bedwetting
“Growing pains”
Difficulty latching
Challenges meeting developmental milestones
Allergies
Asthma
ADHD
Improved posture
Scoliosis
Improved immune system
Chiropractic Care for Infants, Babies and Toddlers
Newborn chiropractic care is safe and gentle. For most infants, it is safe to receive the first chiropractic treatment within the first few weeks of their lives. Many babies can be born with spinal misalignment caused by fetal positions or complications during delivery. An early visit and checkup by an infant chiropractor can ensure a healthy start for your baby.
The amount of pressure used on an infant is no more than the weight of a nickel, or the pressure you would use to check the ripeness of a tomato. This gentle adjustment can provide numerous benefits for your newborn as well as help treat common conditions in babies.
Plagiocephaly (Flat head syndrome) often occurs due to pressure on the baby’s skull from being in one position for too long, such as lying on their back and/or having their head turned left or right for an extended period of time. Using specific techniques safe for infants, a trained chiropractor can help correct misalignment of the head, neck and spine to improve the shape of the baby’s skull.
Reflux in infants, also known as gastroesophageal reflux (GER), occurs when stomach contents flow back into the esophagus, causing spit-up, discomfort, or vomiting. It is common in babies due to their underdeveloped digestive system. Chiropractic care can help with infant reflux by correcting spinal misalignments that can compress the nerves that travel from the spinal column to the digestive organs of your baby.
Torticollis can happen from stress put on the spine during delivery or even an intrauterine restriction. If a child has undiagnosed torticollis over time, that child’s head preference can create an imbalance in their cranium. Pediatric chiropractic adjustments can help correct the interferences in the nervous system and restore mobility and range of motion in infants.
Help with Breastfeeding. Chiropractic care can help with breastfeeding by improving an infant’s spinal alignment, which may alleviate discomfort and tension affecting their ability to latch properly. It can also address issues like neck stiffness or misalignment from birth trauma, enabling better feeding posture and ease of movement during nursing.
Colic is a condition characterized by excessive, inconsolable crying in an otherwise healthy infant. It is often caused by digestive discomfort, gas, or an immature nervous system. Chiropractic care has been found to help alleviate the symptoms of colic by addressing potential spinal misalignments that may be affecting the baby’s nervous and digestive systems.
Challenges or asymmetries with developmental milestones. Many of the developmental milestones that your baby goes through are affected by spinal alignment, for example learning to hold up the head, sitting upright, crawling, and walking. Chiropractic care can support your baby’s development as well as address any asymmetries like difficulty rolling over in one direction, crawling with an army crawl, or one leg scooting behind, and more.
Chiropractic Care for Children
Pediatric chiropractic care can support a child’s overall growth and development. From an improved immune system to immediate care following trauma or physical injury, chiropractic treatments can help enhance your child’s function and wellbeing.
Ear infections are some of the most common reasons parents seek care. A child’s eustachian tube is shorter, narrower and more horizontal than the adults’. This shape can create an environment where fluid cannot drain easily and stagnant fluid can lead to repetitive ear infections. Chiropractic care can help facilitate drainage by reducing spasms and promoting proper alignment.
Improved athletic performance. Chiropractic care can help improve posture, balance and coordination which can be beneficial for activities such as sports and physical play. With the current climate of competition in sports, chiropractic can not only give your child an edge but can also prevent injuries.
Growing pains. While growing pains are a normal part of childhood, they can be uncomfortable for some children. Chiropractic adjustments can help alleviate tension and stress in the body, reducing the discomfort associated with rapid growth.
Improved posture. As children grow into their teenage years, poor posture often becomes a concern. Slouching, forward head posture, rounded shoulders, scoliosis can lead to long-term issues such as back pain, neck pain, and headaches. Chiropractic care helps promote proper posture. Chiropractors may also recommend exercises and stretches to strengthen the muscles supporting the spine.
Enhanced immune system. The spine plays a critical role in housing the nervous system, which is directly connected to the immune system. Misalignments in the spine can interfere with nerve function, which may impact the body’s ability to respond to illness and infection. Chiropractic care can enhance the immune system, helping children stay healthy and resilient against illnesses.
Allergies and asthma. Chiropractic care can help with allergies and asthma in children by improving communication between the nervous, immune, and respiratory systems. This makes it easier for the body to ward off infections while recognizing allergens as harmless.
Chiropractic care following physical injuries. Children are prone to injuries from falls, playground bums to sports injuries and concussions. Oftentimes, these injuries do not result in immediate trauma or pain, but they can have long term effects on the child’s spine and nervous system. Chiropractic care can help correct identify potential subluxations and ensure your child’s recovery and wellbeing.
ADHD, or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, is a neurodevelopmental condition characterized by inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsiveness. Pediatric chiropractic care may help with ADHD by improving nervous system function through spinal adjustments, reducing interference in brain-body communication, and potentially enhancing focus, behavior, and cognitive function. In our Smithtown office, we use a combination of chiropractic care and neurofeedback therapy to help children who have ADHD symptoms.
Is chiropractic care safe for children?
Many parents are understandably concerned about the safety of chiropractic care for their children, especially infants and toddlers. Chiropractic care for children is both safe and gentle. The International Chiropractic Pediatric Association has numerous studies indicating very little risk (if at all) for chiropractic care of infants and children. Pediatric chiropractors use modified techniques tailored specifically for young patients. The adjustments are much lighter and more controlled than those performed on adults, often involving only gentle pressure.
Meet Dr Keri Chiappino, Chiropractor for Children in Smithtown NY
Dr. Keri Chiappino is an experienced pediatric chiropractor in Smithtown, she underwent specialized training to treat children and continues to further her studies in pediatric care. We use gentle techniques that vary based on the child’s size, age and developmental stage to make sure it is comfortable and a great experience for the entire family. Additionally, Dr Chiappino is a certified chiropractic neurologist and a neurofeedback therapy provider which allows her to go beyond traditional chiropractic by providing healing and support for children with neurological disorders.
Dr. Keri Chiappino, DC DACNB BCN
What Our Patients Are Saying
I have had lower back pain for many years. It has been a wonderful experience every-time I have visited this office, for the last 10+ years. The entire staff is amazing!! The minute you walk into Dr. Chiappino’s office, you feel a sense of peacefulness and serenity. You get top notch service and there’s never a wait. They do an amazing job with scheduling their patients. Before your initial adjustment, you get a full, comprehensive exam. Dr. Keri gets a handle on what your issue is before she even adjusts you! That’s so important! Their office is spotless. They go to great measures to make sure they disinfect between patients. They address specific, individualized needs. I feel a sense of relief each time I leave there. Years ago, I went through a difficult time and suffered terrible anxiety. Dr. Chiappino recommended I try Brain Core Therapy, at her office and went through great lengths to make sure I could also afford it. Initially, I was hesitant, but it’s totally non-invasive, causes NO pain and it was very easy and fun to do. It was life changing. It completely cured my anxiety! She will recommend other health care providers, if needed. I had a problem with my ears and she referred me to an amazing ENT, in Port Jeff! She does whatever it takes to make you feel better. Now, THAT’S a great physician!! Dr. Chiappino REALLY cares about her patients and always gets to the root of the problem. She’s one of the most compassionate and knowledgeable doctors I have ever met!!!
New Beginnings is an oasis for healing. Dr. Keri and her staff are warm and welcoming. As a holistic practitioner myself, I have referred many people. Chiropractic adjustments are necessary for wellness. I’ve benefited from her neurological assistance with the brain core program. This practice is a must do in your healing toolbox!
Dr Keri is wonderful. She knows a lot about a broad range of healing tools and teaches you as she works. Her adjustments and other chiro techniques are the best and significantly help my pain and headaches. She’s also so sweet and actually listens. I usually get bad anxiety in medical settings, but I feel completely at ease in her office. It’s very clean and her staff are great too. I’m so glad I found her, I look forward to my appointments
I have been a long standing patient of Dr Chiappino for many years. As a Neuro Chiropractor she was able to incorporate all my needs not just the normal aches and pains. Dr Chiappino is easy to talk to and will listen to my concerns. Before she even assessing my needs she inquired about me and what i believe is going on, she is there to help and provide what i need not a come twice a week kind of chiropractic approach. She reevaluates and will tell me what her thoughts are and is willing to modify to my needs. Overall wellness is her goal and i appreciate that!
Dr. Chiappino has an amazing energy about her. I felt welcomed and comfortable from the minute I walked into her office. She actively listened to everything I shared and offered her brilliant wisdom throughout the consultation. I have a lot of chronic issues and my body is extremely sensitive to a lot of things, so I was a bit nervous but she made me feel so cared for and I left feeling so grateful and my lower back that was twisted up and filled with edema is now feeling SO. MUCH. BETTER. in one visit! Just in my initial consultation and treatment alone we were able to connect a lot of dots and she was able to help me. I’m really looking forward to working with her on my neurological issues going forward and am really grateful I was pointed in the direction of her practice.
Dr Chiappino and Dr Reynolds are true healers! Approximately 6 years ago I suffered from debilitating migraines and other neurological symptoms. After going for every possible medical test that came back normal and being prescribed medication, I had Dr Chiappino and Dr Reynolds exam me. Immediately they gave me multiple recommendations including food allergy testing and my recovery began right then! I am migraine free since with no medications! Their treatment is PRICELESS! I continue to see the doctors on an as needed basis for minor aches and pains. Thank you Dr Chiappino and Dr Reynolds for all that you do!
