Business Details
13 Years
experience
Expert Chiropractic Care in Westerly, RI
At Oceanside Chiropractic, we are dedicated to empowering families to achieve optimal health through chiropractic and natural healthcare solutions. Our practice, founded in 2013 by Dr. Heather Hunscher, focuses on addressing the root causes of health issues by restoring proper nervous system function. We specialize in prenatal and pediatric care, utilizing evidence-based techniques like the Webster Technique to support healthy pregnancies and childhood development.Our team prioritizes patient education, emphasizing that true health extends beyond pain relief to encompass overall bodily function. By combining personalized adjustments with a commitment to community wellness, we create a welcoming environment where families can thrive. Our approach integrates advanced training in pediatrics and pregnancy with compassionate care, ensuring patients of all ages receive tailored support for long-term well-being.
Services
Prenatal Chiropractic
Pediatric Adjustments
Webster Technique
Lactation Support
Nervous System Optimization
Postpartum Care
Infant Reflux Relief
Childhood Development Support
Family Wellness Adjustments
Birth Trauma Recovery
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- Specialized expertise in prenatal and pediatric chiropractic care
- Certified in the Webster Technique for pregnancy-related pelvic alignment
- Family-friendly environment with gentle, age-appropriate adjustments
- Comprehensive patient education on nervous system health
- Proven success in improving pregnancy outcomes and childhood development
Associations and certifications
- Academy Council of Chiropractic Pediatrics (CACCP)
- Webster Technique Certified
What people say
"Best chiropractor ever"
Amazing with newborns
Transformed my pregnancy
Family loves the care
Lactation success
Services
Prenatal Chiropractic
Specialized chiropractic adjustments for expectant mothers using the Webster Technique. This care optimizes pelvic alignment to reduce labor complications and improve comfort during pregnancy. Patients experience enhanced nervous system function that supports both maternal and fetal health throughout all trimesters.
Pediatric Adjustments
Gentle spinal adjustments for infants and children to address birth trauma and developmental challenges. This service helps with common issues like colic, reflux, and ear infections while supporting proper growth and immune system function through nervous system optimization.
Lactation Support
Certified lactation consultations combined with chiropractic care to improve breastfeeding outcomes. Sessions focus on achieving proper latch mechanics and addressing physical restrictions that may interfere with successful nursing through coordinated post-adjustment positioning techniques.
Webster Technique
Specific chiropractic analysis and adjustment to correct sacral misalignments in pregnant patients. This technique creates optimal pelvic biomechanics to allow for natural fetal positioning while reducing pregnancy-related discomfort and potential birth complications.
Postpartum Recovery
Comprehensive chiropractic support for postpartum healing and newborn adjustments. This service addresses physical stresses from childbirth for mothers while providing gentle spinal care for infants to ensure proper neurodevelopmental progression after birth.
People
Dr. Heather Hunscher
Owner/Chiropractor
Certified pediatric chiropractor with 14 years of post-grad experience. Specializes in prenatal care and childhood development. Holds advanced certifications in the Webster Technique and pediatric chiropractic. Practicing since 2009 with locations in Hawaii and Rhode Island.
Ashley
Chiropractic Assistant
Joined Oceanside in 2023 after graduating from Chariho High School. Pursuing equine physical therapy career while providing patient care. Specializes in infant comfort during parental adjustments and patient relationship building.
Kiley
Front Desk Coordinator
Has worked at Oceanside since 2023. University of Massachusetts student pursuing publishing career. Focuses on patient communication and creating welcoming office environment. Connects with patients through shared interests and personalized interactions.
Noura
Chiropractic Assistant
Joined practice after graduating from University of Rhode Island. DONA-certified birth doula with expertise in prenatal/postpartum chiropractic care. Provides evidence-based support for pregnancy-related spinal health and newborn adjustments since 2017.
Jacquelyn Aldrich
Lactation Consultant
Board-certified lactation consultant with 25+ years of hospital experience. Specializes in breastfeeding mechanics and post-adjustment latch optimization. Provides personalized feeding solutions while collaborating with chiropractic team for comprehensive maternal care.
Questions
Is chiropractic care safe during pregnancy?
Yes, our prenatal adjustments use the Webster Technique to safely improve pelvic alignment. This specialized method has been proven effective for over 20 years in supporting healthy pregnancies and fetal positioning.
When should children receive their first adjustment?
The ideal time for a child's first adjustment is immediately after birth. Early intervention addresses birth-related spinal stress and supports optimal neurodevelopmental progression through gentle, age-appropriate techniques.
How does chiropractic care improve breastfeeding?
Post-adjustment lactation consultations optimize infant latch mechanics by addressing cranial nerve restrictions. This coordinated approach improves feeding efficiency and maternal comfort within 1-2 sessions for most patients.
What makes Oceanside different from other chiropractors?
Our practice uniquely combines advanced pediatric certification, Webster Technique expertise, and integrated lactation support. This multidisciplinary approach creates comprehensive solutions for family wellness under one roof.
Do you treat conditions beyond pregnancy and pediatrics?
While our specialty areas are prenatal and pediatric care, we treat patients of all ages. Our focus on nervous system optimization benefits common conditions like headaches, digestive issues, and sports injuries through holistic adjustments.
