Business Details
13 Years
experience
Your Trusted Chiropractors in Westerly, RI
Oceanside Chiropractic has been dedicated to transforming family health through chiropractic and natural care solutions since 2013. Our Westerly, RI practice combines specialized expertise in pregnancy and pediatric care with evidence-based techniques like the Webster Technique, certified by the Academy Council of Chiropractic Pediatrics. With over two decades of clinical experience, our team prioritizes nervous system health to address conditions ranging from chronic pain to developmental challenges. We maintain strict adherence to professional standards through continuous education and partnerships with organizations like the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association.Our family-centered approach integrates postural evaluations, spinal adjustments, and wellness education to optimize bodily function across all life stages. Transparency in treatment protocols and measurable health outcomes remain central to our practice philosophy, ensuring patients receive both immediate symptom relief and long-term structural corrections.
Services
Chiropractic Care
Pregnancy Adjustments
Pediatric Care
Lactation Consultation
Webster Technique
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- 20+ years of clinical experience in chiropractic wellness care
- Certified in Webster Technique for prenatal spinal alignment
- Specialized pediatric adjustments from birth onwards
- Integrated approach combining spinal care with lactation support
- Evidence-based protocols for nervous system optimization
Associations and certifications
- Academy Council of Chiropractic Pediatrics (CACCP)
- International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA)
What people say
Life-changing care
Amazing during pregnancy
Great with newborns
Kind and caring
Helped tremendously
Services
Chiropractic Care
Our core chiropractic services focus on nervous system optimization through precise spinal adjustments. We address subluxations caused by birth trauma, daily activities, and postural stressors. Patients receive personalized treatment plans combining manual adjustments with wellness education to improve immune function, reduce pain, and enhance overall health across all age groups.
Pregnancy Adjustments
Specialized chiropractic care for expectant mothers using the Webster Technique to optimize pelvic alignment. This approach eases pregnancy discomforts, improves birth positioning, and supports postpartum recovery. Our adjustments accommodate changing body mechanics while promoting nervous system health for both mother and baby throughout all trimesters.
Pediatric Care
Gentle chiropractic treatments for infants and children to address developmental challenges and postural issues. We care for common childhood concerns like colic, ear infections, and breastfeeding difficulties through age-appropriate adjustments that support proper nervous system development and immune function.
Lactation Consultation
Certified lactation consultations focusing on optimal feeding mechanics and maternal wellness. Our services include latch assessment, feeding positioning guidance, and postural recommendations to enhance breastfeeding comfort and effectiveness, particularly following chiropractic adjustments for improved nervous system function.
Webster Technique
Specialized chiropractic analysis and adjustment for pelvic neuro-biomechanics. This technique reduces sacral misalignments that may contribute to difficult labors, helping create optimal space for fetal positioning while improving maternal comfort during pregnancy and postpartum recovery.
People
Dr. Heather Hunscher
Owner, Chiropractor
Certified in pediatric chiropractic and Webster Technique, Dr. Heather has specialized in family wellness since 2009. She combines 20+ years of clinical experience with postgraduate pediatric certifications to address nervous system health across all life stages.
Ashley
Chiropractic Assistant
Certified chiropractic assistant with expertise in patient documentation and pediatric care support. She specializes in creating welcoming environments for families while assisting with postnatal wellness programs.
Kiley
Front Desk Coordinator
Patient relations specialist managing scheduling and administrative operations. She ensures seamless patient experiences while supporting prenatal and pediatric care coordination at our Westerly location.
Noura
Chiropractic Assistant
DONA-certified birth doula and chiropractic assistant with specialized training in postpartum care. She provides hands-on support for prenatal adjustments and wellness education for expectant families.
Jacquelyn Aldrich
Lactation Consultant
Board-certified lactation consultant with 25+ years of hospital experience. She integrates chiropractic care with breastfeeding support, specializing in postural techniques that enhance nursing comfort and effectiveness.
Questions
Is chiropractic care safe during pregnancy?
Yes, our Webster Technique adjustments are specifically designed for pregnant patients, using specialized pillows and gentle methods to ensure maternal and fetal comfort while optimizing pelvic alignment.
At what age can children start chiropractic care?
Newborns can receive their first adjustment within hours of birth. Our gentle techniques safely address birth-related spinal stress while supporting developmental milestones throughout childhood.
How does chiropractic care improve breastfeeding?
Spinal adjustments remove nervous system interference that may affect latch mechanics. Combined with lactation consultations, this integrated approach improves feeding comfort and milk production efficiency.
What conditions respond well to chiropractic care?
We address musculoskeletal pain, developmental challenges, and systemic issues like colic and asthma by optimizing nervous system function. Common benefits include improved posture, reduced inflammation, and enhanced immune response.
Do you accept insurance?
We provide superbill documentation for out-of-network insurance claims but do not directly bill insurance carriers. Payment options include cash, credit cards, and flexible payment plans.
