Pediatric Chiropractor Matthews

Give Your Child the Strongest Foundation

Are poor posture or growing pains holding your child back from their best?

Dr. Matt, DC, our Matthews pediatric chiropractor provides safe, gentle, care that supports healthy development from infancy through the teen years.

Join the many Matthews families who have trusted us to support their kids’ growth.

smiling North Carolina chiropractor has young boy on his back while hunched over a laying infant on an exam table

Charlotte Media Group ‘Best of’ Award Winner 2024

Voted 1 of Charlotte’s Best Chiropractors 2024 & 2025

Charlotte Media Group ‘Best of’ Award Winner 2022

Pediatric Chiropractic Benefits: Supporting Healthy Growth

Gentle chiropractic care helps ensure your little one’s spine and nervous system develop properly, supporting better health.

Research provides strong consensus on chiropractic care being safe for kids, with rare reports of any adverse events when performed by trained practitioners.

Benefits of chiropractic for children include:

  • Improved spinal alignment and better posture
  • Better sleep quality and restfulness
  • Strengthened immune function and overall wellness
  • Relief from growing pains and discomfort
  • Reduced colic symptoms in infants
  • Better focus and attention in school
  • Athletic performance support and injury prevention

We use age-appropriate, gentle techniques that make visits comfortable and even fun for kids. Many children look forward to their appointments!

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“My toddler has been sleeping better!!!”

“They are so kind, so knowledgeable and they really take the time to get to know you and treat you specifically based on what you need.

My toddler has been getting adjusted now and he absolutely loves it AND has been sleeping better!!!!

So, parents, this is for your kids, too! I was nervous about getting him adjusted because I didn’t think he would allow Dr. Matt to adjust him (he can be a bit shy) but Dr. Matt and Jen made it fun and exciting and he loves it!

They know you by name, which is so rare these days. If you need a chiropractor, look no further. Seriously. This is it!”

google review for Precision Chiropractic in Matthews, NC

Nicole Schneider

When to See a Pediatric Chiropractor Near You

Many common childhood ailments respond well to gentle chiropractic care. Our gentle, child-friendly approach makes care comfortable for even the youngest patients.

Here are the most common reasons Matthews families come visit us:

  • Colic and crying in infants
  • Difficulty latching or nursing
  • Ear infections
  • Sleep difficulties
  • Bad posture
  • Growing pains in legs or back

Studies show that chiropractic care effectively reduces infant colic, with crying time reduced by 1.5 hours per day within just 8 days!

smiling chiropractor Dr. Matt Westheimer sits facing the camera behind a young boy on his back for a chiropractic neck adjustment on a table smiling also facing the camera

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“Thrilled with the progress and healing”

“My 12 yr. old son sees Dr. Matt. I am thrilled with the progress and healing that has taken place.

Dr. Matt is highly intelligent and knowledgeable yet can communicate on every level. He has been patient, kind and explains everything to my son to make sure my son understands what is going on within his body and how he is ultimately accountable for his progress.

I cannot say enough positive things about Dr. Matt and Jen. I am so happy to have found them! They are both a treasure.”

google review for Precision Chiropractic in Matthews, NC

Gina Rauscher

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“My son’s back is getting better!”

“Dr. Matt and Jen are the absolute BEST! The attention to care and detail for both my son and I has been second to none.

We are both still undergoing treatment but in a short time i’ve gone from barely being able to walk when I first came in to dancing again! And my son’s back is getting better too!

There is so much excellence, integrity, and heart at Precision Chiropractic!”

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Quisan Parker

What You (and Your Kids) Can Expect

Wondering what your first visit will be like? We’ve got you covered:

1. Meet Your Family

We’ll learn about your child’s health history, development, and any concerns you have. You can stay with your child throughout the entire visit, and we encourage questions at any time.

2. Gentle Assessment

Using age-appropriate methods, we check your child’s spinal alignment and nervous system. Techniques are incredibly gentle — many infants sleep right through, and older kids often say it tickles.

3. Create Custom Plan

We create a care plan tailored to your child’s age, size, and specific needs. Adjustments use light pressure, nothing forceful or scary. It’s made fun, and most kids look forward to coming back.

Dr. Matt Westheimer and Jen Westheimer standing outside a Matthews, NC chiropractic clinic

About Precision Chiropractic

We’re honored to be Matthews’ most trusted chiropractic practice, conveniently located just south of Highway 485 on Plantation Center Drive, across from Brace Family YMCA off of Weddington Road.

Unlike “crack and go” practices, we specialize in structural correction: finding and fixing the root cause of your issue. With hundreds of five-star reviews from Matthews families, you’ll get thoroughness, not assembly-line care.

Proudly serving Matthews, Weddington, Mint Hill, Indian Trail, Stallings, Charlotte, Ballantyne, Waxhaw, and surrounding communities in Union and Mecklenburg County.

Real Reviews from People with Real Disc Pain

Authentic, unedited feedback from your neighbours in Matthews and Charlotte, directly from their Google reviews

Jim Wearn
2 days ago
I have always been kind of apprehensive about chiropractic care. That said, my back had been hurting for so long that I decided to jump in with the folks at Precision Chiropractic. Dr. Matt is so friendly and cool. He explains what's going on with your frame and creates an action plan to get you back to where you need to be. The office staff, Jen and Steph, are also incredibly comforting and friendly. If this ain't a full-throated recommendation to try Precision, then I don't know what could be!
Ashley Bixler
7 days ago
Found the clinic specifically for their shockwave/stemwave therapy to help my heel pain. Through a thorough exam (X-rays and visible tests) turns out I also have some alignment issues. The office is welcoming, knows everyone, super clean and such a refreshing part of my week! I’m already seeing improvements and love that whatever question or challenge I bring up Dr. Matt and team are always open to answering in the most educational ways! Highly recommend.
zoe moore
1 week ago
Great experience!!Very friendly and kind definitely recommend Jen and Dr.Matt are amazing !!
Nick Carson
1 week ago
Dr. Matt and the staff are amazing! They do such an in-depth exam and you can tell everyone on the team really cares about your well-being. I would highly recommend picking Precision Chiropractic as your chiropractor!
Quelem
1 week ago
When I saw the message on Facebook, I thought, "This guy is going to help me," because I was already losing hope! I had made numerous trips to hospitals, but they never found anything; they just prescribed strong painkillers that didn't help at all. When I arrived at the clinic, I was warmly welcomed by everyone. Today—while still undergoing treatment—I feel better and better; I can even see a huge improvement in my brain function—I see things more clearly and can handle daily challenges! I am so grateful to everyone! P.S. I fell down a flight of stairs, and the damage to my spine was severe!
Mary Leigh Johnston
1 week ago
Skeptical and nervous I made an initial appointment with Dr. Matt at the urging of a trusted health professional. When I walked into the office, I began to relax when Jen, Krista, and Stephanie greeted me by name. That was the beginning of my healing journey--lower back, hip and neck pain from an old injury. Every adjustment was explained thoroughly and executed gently by Dr. Matt. Decompression was administered with great care. This week I was able to hike 12 miles pain free, something I could not do just a few weeks ago. I'll return to the pickleball court soon. This team is kind, concerned, and highly professional. They even know my dog's name! Call them for your chiropractic care
Mar Soo
2 weeks ago
I highly recommend Precision Chiropractic\! It is truly a very well\-run office, and you can tell that everyone there genuinely cares about their patients\. Dr\. Matt is extremely dedicated to his field and is clearly passionate about helping people feel their best\. His wife Jen does a great job managing the office\. She and the entire staff are always friendly, welcoming, and willing to help\. Everyone’s professionalism, warmth and dedication makes Precision Chiropractic a wonderful office\. I’m very glad I found them\.
Christie Shrader
3 weeks ago
Dr. Matt and the staff at Precision Chiropractic are professional, knowledgable and super friendly! Chiropractic care has enhanced my health in a positive way. I recommend going in for a consultation!

Give Your Child the Gift of Healthy Development

Every child deserves to grow up feeling their best.

Your Matthews neighbors are already supporting their kids’ health with gentle chiropractic care, shouldn’t yours benefit too?

Couple with two kids poses for a photograph outside of a Matthews, NC after receiving treatment for shoulder pain and flexibility
Couple with two kids poses for a photograph outside of a Matthews, NC after receiving treatment for back pain and headaches

What Parents Ask About Pediatric Chiropractic

Here are the answers to questions we hear every day in our Matthews clinic

Many of the chronic structural issues we see in our adult patients can be traced back to when they were younger. From the stress of the birth process to falls while learning to walk to the extended screen time and poor posture combined with lack of physical activity, these things can cause structural shifts in the spine that impact the function and integrity of the nerve system. If left undetected and uncorrected, this can result in developmental delays, behavioral issues, and structural issues leading to things like poor posture, ear infections, lack of coordination, neck pain, headaches, and scoliosis.

Our goal is to help kids thrive from an early age and into adulthood, and to help them avoid many of the chronic issues their parents have had to deal with.

That is no problem. We will be as patient as we need to be with our patients. You will never be forced into a process or procedure or treatment that your child is uncomfortable with. We will do everything in our power to make the experience enjoyable for you and your child. If it takes a few times for your child to feel comfortable and relax in our office, that is perfectly fine!
No. Adjustments are not painful. Pediatric chiropractic adjustments are nothing like what you see on television or see on YouTube. Chiropractic adjustments performed by a trained pediatric chiropractor are very gentle, yet effective. Many times adjustments are performed with just the doctor’s finger tips and/or a specific chiropractic adjusting instrument. These precise and gentle adjustments usually feel great and many of our kid patients look forward to their adjustments!
If your child suffers from poor posture, constant slouching, one shoulder is higher than the other, a noticeable head tilt is present, or they suffer from a lack of coordination, balance, or complaints of aches and pains, they would benefit most by a comprehensive examination. If we find their issues are coming from an abnormal structural shift in the spine, we would be able to move forward in helping your child. If not, we would make a recommendation for a provider that would be best suited to help you.