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Optimize Your Child's Health with
Pediatric Chiropractic!

How You May Benefit From Pediatric Care:
  • Relieve colic, irritability, and “growing pains” in infants and children
  • Reduce frequency of earaches, ear infections, and respiratory issues
  • Improve sleep quality and promote restful nights
  • Support recovery from falls, sports injuries, and minor trauma
  • Enhance immune function and overall health resilience
  • Promote healthy spinal development and posture
  • Increase energy levels and mood stability
  • Support nervous system function for optimal growth and learning
  • Help prevent future musculoskeletal problems
  • Encourage proper coordination, balance, and motor skills

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What Can Pediatric Care Treat?

Stress and misalignment of the spine can negatively impact your child's overall health, behavior, and development. As a parent, you want to protect your child from pain and sickness, and with our chiropractic treatment, we'll be able to help correct underlying issues before they affect development. Pediatric Care at Shapero Chiropractic in San Francisco may help improve the following:

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WHAT OUR PATIENTS ARE SAYING

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I started seeing Dr. Dan after experiencing really painful sciatica for a month, or so. Best decision I ever made! After two or three visits, the pain was pretty much gone. He was great at explaining what was going on and how and why he was doing what he was doing. He gave me simple exercises to maintain the relief from pain. His easy going, friendly and often funny demeanor makes going to see him a joy, rather than a chore. He's a truly gifted chiropractor!

BO
San Francisco, California
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Dan Shapero is an experienced and effective chiropractor. He helped my resolve acute back pain -- quickly. I will continue to see Dan in the years ahead to help optimize and maintain my health. It is worth noting that Shapero Chiropractic's front office is managed by Suzie, who facilitates easy scheduling (and helpful appointment reminders). I recommend Shapero Chiropractic!

CK
San Francisco, California
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Dr. Dan is our go-to chiro for RoCo dance teachers, and we love him! I’ve been seeing him on and off for a few months and I’ve definitely noticed improvements. My body feels lighter when dancing and teaching my classes. His professional and attentive approach has really helped me feel more balanced and mobile. Highly recommend!

EB
San Francisco, California

*Disclaimer: Results are not guaranteed and may vary from person to person.

How Pediatric Care Works

Chiropractic care is entirely safe for children of all ages, and our chiropractic clinic understands the needs of children. Stress and trauma to the body and spine can begin with the birthing process. It is easy for an infant's spine to become misaligned from the intense pressure involved with birth, both natural and Cesarean. Throughout the infant and toddler stage, babies may sleep in awkward positions or occasionally take a tumble. Luckily, their bodies are very resilient and can take a lot of force, though these injuries can develop into patterns of movement that can cause a child's bones to misalign over time. Gentle and non-invasive adjustments to the spine will help children become relaxed, and most children even fall asleep after their treatment. These adjustments provide support for a pain-free and positive childhood.

patient receiving pediatric chiropractic in the Financial District, Downtown San Francisco

Chiropractic treatments for a child begin with an extensive examination to determine the exact issue and the best treatment route. Even if your child isn't old enough to communicate or is shy, our chiropractor has the skills to work with them to find out what is bothering them before proceeding with treatment.

Our team at Shapero Chiropractic has experience providing chiropractic care for children, and we understand that children's bodies are quite different compared to adults.

Pediatric Chiropractic Clinical FAQs
We use fingertip pressure, gentle mobilization, and specialized instruments that deliver minimal force during chiropractic adjustments. These approaches are adapted for developing musculoskeletal systems and are typically well-tolerated by young patients at Shapero Chiropractic in the Financial District, Downtown San Francisco.
We focus on developmental milestones, growth patterns, and age-appropriate movement rather than pain complaints. Assessments include observation of crawling, walking, and age-specific functional patterns at our San Francisco chiropractic clinic.
While not treating diseases, care may help with certain types of discomfort, colic, breastfeeding difficulties related to latch issues, and functional concerns related to birth or developmental processes.
Frequency varies significantly by age and concern. Some infants benefit from a few sessions for specific issues, while older children might follow patterns similar to adults based on activity levels and needs.
Beyond doctoral training, many complete pediatric certification programs covering developmental anatomy, age-appropriate techniques, and communication approaches for working with children and parents.
We use age-appropriate explanations, involve parents throughout, and keep sessions brief and positive. The approach focuses on creating a supportive environment where children feel safe and engaged.
Parents typically remain present, help with positioning when appropriate, and provide valuable information about their child's development and any concerns noticed at home between visits.
We view care as complementary to pediatric medical visits, focusing on musculoskeletal development and function. We encourage communication between providers with parental consent for coordinated care.

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