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Pediatric Chiropractic Care in Colchester, Vermont

Support your child’s development naturally. Discover safe and effective pediatric chiropractic care to address spinal dysfunction and support a pain-free, successful childhood.

Understanding Pediatric Chiropractic Care

Spinal dysfunction can occur at any stage, even during the birthing process or from everyday childhood tumbles. At Mahoney Chiropractic Group, we are committed to providing safe and effective care for children and babies of all ages. Our gentle, hands-on approach ensures your child’s nervous system and spine are developing optimally.

Pediatric chiropractic provides natural, drug-free care to keep your children developing in wellness. By ensuring proper spinal alignment, we support healthy nerve function, which is crucial for overall development.

A baby getting assessed at a chiropractic office.
A baby enjoying themselves at a chiropractic office.

Common Childhood Conditions We Treat in Colchester

  • Torticollis & Head Tilt: Gentle care to release neck tightness and restore full range of motion.
  • Postural Habits: Correcting “slouching”, “text neck”, or rounded shoulders to prevent long-term stress.
  • Foot & Gait Alignment: Ensuring a solid foundation for healthy walking and running.
  • Growing Pains: Relieving the physical stress on joints and muscles during rapid growth spurts.
  • Nursing & Feeding: Addressing spinal tension that may make latching or comfortable positioning difficult.

While we specialize in addressing spinal and nervous system dysfunction, parents frequently report significant improvements in the following areas:

  • Colic & Irritability: Helping to restore balance to an overactive nervous system.
  • Digestive Function: Supporting the body’s natural rhythm to assist with constipation and general digestive challenges.
  • Chronic Ear Infections: Addressing misalignments in the upper neck that affect the body’s ability to drain fluid. 
  • Allergies & Asthma: Reducing stress on the nervous system to help the body better adapt to its environment.
  • Sleep Disturbances: Addressing tension in the body to support rest and sleep.

We understand that when your child is struggling with torticollis, chronic earaches, or poor sleep, it impacts the entire family. It can be frustrating seeking natural, effective solutions to support your little one. You deserve a solution that supports your child’s health without relying on temporary fixes.

Our team is here to support your child with gentle care designed to identify and correct spinal misalignments. By improving nervous system function, we help alleviate pain, restore proper function, and promote restful sleep, leading to better behavior, focus, and optimal development from infancy through adolescence.

What Our Patients Are Saying

A picture of a baby chiropractic adjustment table.
A baby receiving chiropractic care.

What to Expect:
Our Process

Our team is dedicated to providing proven chiropractic care designed for true relief and long-term developmental stability. We believe in supporting your child’s body’s natural ability to heal and grow.

Your child’s journey at Mahoney Chiropractic Group starts with a thorough, gentle consultation and physical evaluation. We take the time to understand your child’s health history and development in a comfortable, fun, and relaxed environment.

We utilize a gentle, hands-on approach to adjust your child’s spine. This approach is designed to restore mobility, relieve stress, and promote long-term health to prevent future issues.

Our Pediatric Treatment Approach

We use highly specific, gentle techniques to address spinal dysfunction in children to improve wellness and promote true healing.

Chiropractor performing a side-lying spinal adjustment on a patient.

Chiropractic Adjustments

Utilizing gentle contacts tailored specifically to the needs of your child or baby. These adjustments restore spinal mobility, and support the nervous system for a successful, healthy childhood.

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Meet The Team

Dr. Eniel Rolon a Doctor of Chiropractic and Owner at Mahoney Chiropractic Group

Dr. Eniel Rolon

Doctor of Chiropractic, Owner

Dr. Rolon’s goal is to help you move past pain and return to a life of ease. He recognizes that spinal health is the foundation of total body function. Whether you are struggling.....

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Dr. Kenzie Mahoney a Doctor of Chiropractic and Owner at Mahoney Chiropractic Group

Dr. Kenzie Mahoney

Doctor of Chiropractic, Owner

Dr. Kenzie focuses on improving function and ease of movement so her patients can enjoy their lives to the fullest. Believing that a well-aligned spine and nervous system are the b.....

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Colleen Senior Practice Coordinator at mahoney chiropractic group

Colleen

Senior Practice Coordinator

Colleen has been a dedicated leader of the MCG team since 2015, bringing extensive experience and caring to the role of Senior Practice Coordinator. She oversees the day-to-day ope.....

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Tegan a Practice Coordinator at mahoney chiropractic group

Tegan

Practice Coordinator

Tegan helps keep our office running smoothly and ensures every patient receives seamless care. Tegan serves as our in-house Social Media Design Guru, managing our online presence a.....

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Your Questions, Answered.

Is chiropractic care safe for babies and children?

Yes! Chiropractic care for children is incredibly safe. Our doctors use specialized, very gentle techniques that are specifically modified for your baby or child’s developing spine and nervous system.

How much pressure is used during a pediatric adjustment?

Very little. For babies and small children, the pressure used is similar to the amount of pressure you would use to check the ripeness of a tomato. It’s a light, sustained touch rather than the quicker movements used for adults.

Can chiropractic care help with chronic ear infections?

Many parents seek chiropractic care for ear infections because misalignments in the upper neck can affect the drainage of the Eustachian tubes. By restoring proper alignment and function to the spine and nervous system, we support the body to drain fluid more effectively, often reducing the frequency of recurrent

At what age should a child have their first chiropractic check-up?

It’s never too early- or too late- for a child’s first chiropractic check up!

  • Newborns: We check infants to address the physical stress and tension that can occur during birth.
  • Toddlers: To support them as they reach milestones like crawling and walking (and the tumbles that go along with this time!).
  • Students & Athletes: To help with heavy backpacks, long hours sitting in school, sports-related stresses, and the postural effects of “tech neck.”

No matter your child’s age, chiropractic care helps support a healthy spine and nervous system and ensures their bodies adapt to the stresses of growing up.

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