Ask Dr. Anne-Marie
What should I look for when choosing a pediatric chiropractor?
Short answer
Look for postgraduate pediatric training such as the CACCP designation, a thorough examination and history, clear explanation of technique and force, honest scope boundaries with willingness to refer, and a care plan with a defined purpose and review point rather than an open-ended commitment.
A checklist you can use
- Postgraduate pediatric training — CACCP or comparable.
- A full history that includes the pregnancy and the birth.
- An examination before any care is provided.
- A plain explanation of what will be done and how much force is involved.
- Willingness to say 'this is outside my scope' and refer.
- A care plan with a purpose, a timeframe, and a review point.
- No claims about treating unrelated medical conditions.
- Comfort with your questions — including sceptical ones.
My perspective
The last point is the one I would weight most heavily. A practitioner who becomes defensive when a parent asks how do you know that is telling you something important. You should leave an appointment understanding more about your child than when you arrived.
Content on this website is educational and informational in nature and is not intended as a substitute for individualized medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
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Dr. Anne-Marie is the lead chiropractor at Compass Family Chiropractic in Dunwoody, Georgia, serving families across metro Atlanta.