Chiropractic Care for Kids

Chiropractic and Kids

Big adventures. Growing bodies. Care that listens.

From playground afternoons to soccer practices and long school days, kids ask a lot of their bodies. When discomfort starts affecting how your child plays, moves, or participates, you deserve clear answers and thoughtful guidance.

At Core Lifestyle Clinic, Dr. Neil Crane and our team welcome children and teens for individualized musculoskeletal assessments. As a dad of three active daughters, Dr. Crane understands how important it is for kids to enjoy the activities they love—and for parents to feel comfortable with their care.

Our Dallas clinic on West Lovers Lane serves families in 75209, Inwood Village, Highland Park, University Park, and surrounding neighborhoods.

Start With Understanding What’s Bothering Your Child

Children’s symptoms deserve attention on their own terms. We listen to both you and your child, review their health history, and assess whether care at Core is appropriate or another evaluation should come first.

Concerns families bring to us include:

• Neck or back discomfort during schoolwork and daily activities.

• Muscle soreness or movement limitations associated with sports.

• Discomfort with running, jumping, reaching, or carrying a backpack.

• Recurring aches that interfere with play or participation.

• Questions about posture, flexibility, strength, or movement.

Persistent pain shouldn’t automatically be dismissed as “growing pains.” We help identify concerns that need your pediatrician’s attention.

What a Visit Looks Like

A Conversation With You and Your Child

We ask when symptoms started, what makes them better or worse, and whether they affect sleep, school, or activity. Your child’s own description matters, and we make space for them to ask questions.

An Age-Appropriate Assessment

The examination may include comfortable movements, joint mobility, strength, and coordination relevant to the concern. We explain what we’re doing in language your child can understand.

Clear Recommendations Before Treatment

We discuss our findings, available options, expected benefits, risks, and alternatives. Recommendations depend on your child’s age, development, symptoms, and examination. Chiropractic adjustments are not automatically part of every visit.

Research on spinal manipulation in children remains limited, including evidence about effectiveness and safety. We discuss those limitations when considering treatment.

Comfort and Participation Come First

You’re involved in the visit, and your child’s willingness and comfort matter throughout. We explain before we touch, check in along the way, and pause if your child is uncomfortable.

Supporting Active Kids & Teens

When appropriate, care may include individualized exercise, mobility work, selected hands-on techniques, and practical changes to activities.

For young athletes, we consider training demands, recovery time, and the movements that bring on symptoms. The goal is to guide an appropriate return to activity, with medical or sports medicine referral when an injury needs further evaluation.

At home and school, we can discuss backpack fit, desk comfort, movement breaks, and manageable exercises. Recommendations are designed to fit your family’s routine.

What About Scoliosis?

If you notice uneven shoulders, a prominent rib area, or a possible spinal curve, your child should be evaluated by their pediatrician or a pediatric orthopedic specialist.

Chiropractic adjustments have not been shown to correct scoliosis curves or prevent progression. Any care for associated discomfort should support the specialist’s monitoring and treatment plan.

Working With Your Child’s Healthcare Team

We encourage you to discuss chiropractic care with your child’s pediatrician. Care at Core complements routine pediatric care, and we recommend referral when your child’s symptoms or examination call for another professional’s expertise.

When to Seek Medical Evaluation First

Contact your pediatrician promptly for an unexplained limp, persistent or worsening pain, joint swelling, fever, or pain that repeatedly disrupts sleep. Seek urgent care if your child cannot bear weight, develops new weakness, or has a significant injury.

A Welcoming Place for Your Family

Whether your child is an enthusiastic athlete or simply wants to get back to comfortable play, we’ll help you understand the next step.

Schedule your child’s evaluation or call or text (214) 506-0525. Please share your child’s age and main concern when scheduling.

Core Lifestyle Clinic
5600 W Lovers Ln, Suite 218, Dallas, TX 75209
Above Eatzi’s at the Pavilion on Lovers.