Chiropractic for Pre-teens & Teens
Specific, gentle care through the fastest growth of their lives, for young women and young men.
Growing Fast, Carrying a Lot.
Backpacks, screens, sports and growth spurts all ask a lot of a growing spine. The same five-part Gonstead analysis Dr. Rhee uses for every patient is adapted for pre-teens and teens, with care matched to their stage of development and the activities they love.
Parents are welcome at every visit. As kids get older, we also talk with them directly about posture, sleep and everyday habits, so they understand their own bodies and feel part of their care.
Commonly Brought to Us
Growing and Moving
- Posture strain from screens, studying and devices
- Heavy backpacks and carrying habits
- Sports and activity strains
- Aches during growth spurts
- Scoliosis screening and ongoing monitoring
- Low back and neck discomfort
- Hip and pelvic imbalance
- Sports injuries and recovery
Whole-Body and Everyday
- Tension-type headaches related to posture
- Sleep, stress and everyday habits that affect how they feel
- Digestive complaints and bowel regularity
- Concerns before and around the first period
- Concerns after a fall, a hit or a sports collision
- Jaw and clenching tension
How We Work with You
Puberty & Growing Up
Puberty is a season of fast growth and big changes. For girls, that includes getting ready for their first period. Dr. Rhee checks spinal and pelvic alignment and nervous-system function through these changes, and talks with girls and their parents about what to expect, in an open, age-appropriate way.
Scoliosis Care
Growth spurts are when spinal curves are most likely to show up, so a spine screening is part of care for this age group. Dr. Rhee evaluates and diagnoses scoliosis and provides care and management for children and teens with curves. If a curve needs more than we can offer, we refer you to an orthopedic specialist and continue to support your child’s care.
Posture & Screens
Hours of phones, laptops and homework add up. We check posture and spinal alignment, and look at how your teen holds their neck and shoulders when they study or scroll. We then show them, and you, simple changes that help, like screen height, breaks and how they carry their backpack.
Sports & Activity
Whether it’s dance, soccer or the weight room, we look at how they move and what their activities ask of their spine. Force and technique are matched to their age and stage.
Parents Included
You’re welcome at every visit, and we explain what we find in a way both you and your child can understand.
Habits That Stick
Lifestyle coaching on sleep, stress and nutrition, matched to a busy teen’s life.
You Asked
Do you see teen boys as well as girls?
Yes. Our pediatric and teen care includes boys and girls. Our women-only focus applies to adult patients, so as boys grow into adulthood, Dr. Rhee refers them to a trusted colleague who continues their care.
Do teens get X-rays?
Not routinely. Radiographs are only considered when there is a specific clinical indication, and they are always discussed with you first.
Can my teen be seen during a growth spurt?
Yes. Growth spurts are often when posture and comfort change the most, and care is adjusted to where your child is in their development.
“Dr. Rhee is amazing and has been caring for both my children now… I really like how Dr. Rhee takes the readings EVERY VISIT!… Dr. Rhee is awesome. Look no further.”
Book When You’re Ready
New-patient openings vary from week to week. Booking online shows you exactly what’s available. If you’d like to ask questions first, the 20-minute phone consultation is complimentary.
Or call 725-250-2699 · Complimentary 20-minute phone consultation available