Pediatric Chiropractic FAQs
What is a Pediatric Chiropractor — and what’s SOT® Methods?
Dr. Bench holds a special certification in pediatric and family chiropractic care through The Pediatric Experience at Life University, and he’s also trained in something called SOT® Methods (Sacro Occipital Technic) — a gentle, head-to-toe approach to adjusting the body.
It includes soft, specific work with the cranial bones, spine, extremities, and even a technique called CMRT, which helps connect how your child’s spine and nervous system affect organ function. It’s all designed to help little bodies function better, from the inside out.
Why would a baby or child need chiropractic care?
This is one of our favorite questions — because it’s usually asked by a parent who just wants to understand.
Many think chiropractic is just for back pain or adults, but more and more families are reaching out because something feels off with their child — maybe physically, emotionally, or developmentally — and they’re not getting answers elsewhere.
We talk a lot about the “Perfect Storm” 🌪️ — the combination of stressors like birth trauma, toxins, and emotional or physical challenges that can overload a child’s nervous system. Our job? Help calm the storm and bring their body back into balance.
What makes Evolution Chiropractic so different?
Short answer: We’re all about the nervous system.
We focus on neuro-based care — constantly learning, researching, and refining our approach based on the latest science and real-world results. We work alongside your pediatrician, therapist, or other providers when needed.
And we’ve designed our space with kids in mind. It’s safe, calm, fun (hello, interactive iPad floor! 🎮), and full of people who really get kids.
What’s the scanner you use — and what does it do?
We use a completely safe, non-invasive tool called the INSIGHT® scanner. It gives us a clear picture of what’s going on inside your child’s nervous system — like whether they’re stuck in fight-or-flight 🏃♂️ or able to rest, heal, and grow like they’re meant to.
These scans guide us in how we care for your child — and you’ll get to see the results with your own eyes. 👀
How do I know if chiropractic can help my child?
You bring the questions, we’ll do the listening — or as we call it, listZen-ing.
Between our thoughtful intake process, full exam, and detailed scans, we’ll help you get real answers. Whether your child’s facing big challenges or just needs some extra support, we’ll help you know what’s going on and what’s possible.
What does an adjustment look like for a baby?
Totally valid — we get this all the time.
Infant adjustments are incredibly gentle — most babies sleep right through them 💤 or let out a little giggle. There’s no twisting or cracking. The pressure used is about the same as you’d use to check a ripe peach.
Still curious? Check out our videos and photos on Instagram — it’s the best way to see how calm, sweet, and baby-led these visits are.
