Chiropractic 101
Understanding chiropractic begins with understanding the nervous system—the body’s central control system. The spine plays a vital role in protecting this system, but when misalignments—known as subluxations—occur, they disrupt nerve communication between the brain and body. This disruption can lead to pain and a decline in overall health. Chiropractic care focuses on correcting these misalignments, restoring proper nerve function, and promoting balance, harmony, and well-being.
Chiropractic Care for Pregnancy
Chiropractic care before, during, and after pregnancy is a safe, gentle, and highly beneficial form of healthcare. A well-aligned spine supports a healthier pregnancy, often leading to a smoother labor and delivery while promoting the best possible start for the baby.
Research shows that chiropractic adjustments can reduce discomfort and even shorten labor—by an average of six hours. Chiropractic care during pregnancy has also been known to help alleviate common concerns such as heartburn, morning sickness, lower back pain, breech positioning, constipation, and more.
The nervous system plays a crucial role in both maternal and fetal health, regulating millions of hormonal and chemical changes throughout pregnancy. Ensuring optimal nervous system function—free from subluxation-induced stress—supports a healthier pregnancy, increasing the likelihood of a smoother birth and a thriving baby.
Webster Technique
The Webster Technique is a specialized chiropractic adjustment designed to optimize pelvic function during pregnancy. It works by addressing sacral misalignment and reducing tension in the surrounding ligaments and muscles, which can contribute to intrauterine constraint.
When the pelvis is misaligned, it can create an uneven pull on the uterus, restricting space for the baby and making it difficult for the baby to move into the ideal head-down position for birth. The Webster Technique gently restores balance to the pelvis and reduces tension in the uterine ligaments, allowing the baby the best opportunity to reposition naturally.
Benefits of the Webster Technique:
Encourages optimal fetal positioning, reducing the likelihood of breech or posterior presentations
Helps alleviate conditions associated with pelvic misalignment, such as sciatica or symphysis pubis dysfunction
- Supports a more comfortable pregnancy by reducing lower back, hip and pelvic pain
- May decrease the need for medical interventions such as C sections
Promotes more efficient and less painful labor and delivery
This technique is widely recognized by the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA) and is considered a safe and effective method for supporting a healthier pregnancy and birth experience.
Postpartum Chiropractic Care
Adjusting to life with a newborn can be physically and emotionally demanding, and chiropractic care can play a vital role in postpartum recovery. While childbirth is a natural process, it places immense stress on the body—particularly the spine and nervous system.
Regular chiropractic adjustments can help new mothers recover more quickly, relieve back and neck tension caused by breastfeeding and baby care, and support hormonal balance—potentially reducing the risk of postpartum depression. By maintaining spinal health, mothers can better navigate the physical and emotional challenges of early motherhood.
Chiropractic for Children
Infancy and childhood are critical times for spinal health. Birth is one of the most physically demanding experiences a body endures, and whether a baby is delivered naturally or via C-section, the process places significant pressure on the spine and nervous system. Interventions such as forceps or suction can further contribute to spinal stress.
Signs of Spinal Misalignment or Nerve Dysfunction in Children May Include:
Difficulty sleeping
Trouble breastfeeding
Constipation
Colic
- Delays in crawling or walking
ADD/ADHD symptoms
- Frequent ear infections
Depression
Prolonged illness
Many parents seek chiropractic care to address these concerns, while others choose it as a proactive approach to raising healthy children. Supporting spinal alignment from an early age lays the foundation for lifelong health and well-being.
Meet Our Chiropractors
Mount Olive & Hudson Offices
Dr. Kathryn is a family chiropractor with a specialized focus on prenatal and pediatric care. Growing up with a midwife mother, she developed a deep appreciation for the importance of pregnancy and birth from an early age. Before pursuing chiropractic school, she spent nearly four years as a Midwife Assistant at the Midwives of New Jersey, further fueling her passion for supporting women during this transformative stage of life.
During her chiropractic education at Life University, Dr. Kathryn trained under Dr. Drew Rubin, a highly respected prenatal and pediatric chiropractor in Georgia. This experience provided her with valuable expertise in working with neurodiverse children, using approaches that honor their unique needs and help them engage more effectively with their environment.
Committed to continuous learning, Dr. Kathryn has completed over 100 hours of advanced training with the ICPA, earning certifications in the Webster Technique and perinatal care.
Cultivate Chiropractic serves families with offices in Mount Olive at The Mall at 206 and in Guttenberg at the Galaxy Mall.
Madison Office
Dr. Jim is a family chiropractor committed to supporting healthy lifestyles for patients of all ages. Webster Technique certified and an active member of the ICPA, he provides specialized care for expecting mothers, infants, and children.
His practice, Hollenbach Family Chiropractic has grown into a Holistic Wellness Center, offering complementary services like massage, acupuncture, nutritional counseling, and yoga. He utilizes a variety of chiropractic techniques—including Full Spine Diversified, Thompson Drop, Activator, SOT, and Trigger Point Release Therapy—tailoring care to each patient’s needs.
With a background in psychology from the University of Delaware and a Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Life University, Dr. Jim blends expertise with compassionate care to support families at every stage of life.