Prenatal Care

Dr. Richard adjusting a pregnant mother who is lying on her back

Dr. Kolleen Gregory and Dr. Richard Kachanon at Focus Chiropractic are Certified in the Webster Technique and are specialists in pediatric and prenatal chiropractic care in Pasadena. Both are esteemed in their field, with Dr. Kolleen Gregory standing as a pediatric specialist, possessing a Fellowship from the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association. She has naturally birthed three healthy children, all without the need for drugs or surgery. Dr. Richard Kachanon, also a member of the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association, initially developed his expertise by caring for Dr. Kolleen during her pregnancies. Since 2005, this dedicated duo has been caring for pregnant women and children in the Pasadena community, promoting a lifestyle of health and wellness through gentle and natural chiropractic techniques.

Improving the pregnancy experience with chiropractic care has been a focal point of their practice at Focus Chiropractic. Studies have demonstrated that chiropractic treatment during pregnancy can reduce labor time significantly – 24% for first-time mothers and a 39% reduction for those who have previously given birth (Fallon, 1991). The benefits of chiropractic extend to reducing the chances of back labor (Diakow, 1991) and can be safely continued up to the time of birth (Penna, 1989).

Focus Chiropractic offers expert care for various prenatal-related issues:

  • Relief from Back, Sacral, and Pelvic pain

  • Treatment for Numbness of the hands and feet

  • Solutions for Neck and Shoulder pain due to side sleeping

  • Decrease of Low back compression due to a growing baby

  • Reduction of postural distortions due to pregnancy

  • Assistance with Breech Presentation

At Focus Chiropractic, you are not merely walking into a practice but into a community-oriented space where you'll find the best pediatric chiropractors in Pasadena, who understand the importance of chiropractic care for children and expectant mothers. Schedule a pediatric or prenatal/postpartum appointment at Focus Chiropractic in Pasadena and experience the benefits for yourself.