Dr. Maria Alejandra Lopez Aquino, D.C.
Doctor of Chiropractic
Originally from Puerto Rico, Dr. Maria is a neurologically-focused chiropractor with specialized training in pediatric and prenatal care. She is fluent in English and Spanish, making care accessible to families throughout South Florida’s diverse communities.
Dr. Maria holds her ICPA 200-hour certification—the gold standard for pediatric chiropractic training—along with PX Docs certification and is certified in the Webster Technique, a specialized prenatal adjustment protocol that supports optimal fetal positioning and maternal comfort.
Dr. Maria brings warmth, expertise, and genuine care to every family she serves. She understands the unique challenges facing pregnant mothers and children with neurological struggles, and she’s committed to helping families find hope and healing through nervous system restoration.
Her goal is simple: help every family she works with move from surviving to truly thriving.
Certifications & Training
- Doctor of Chiropractic (D.C.)
- ICPA 200-Hour Certification — gold standard for pediatric chiropractic training
- PX Docs Certified — advanced neurologically-focused assessment and care
- Webster Technique Certified — specialized prenatal protocol supporting optimal fetal positioning and maternal comfort
- Bilingual: English & Spanish (Ingles y Espanol)
Why Neurologically-Focused Chiropractic?
Dr. Maria’s path to neurologically-focused care wasn’t accidental. It was shaped by a deep conviction that most health struggles facing children and families today trace back to one root cause: a nervous system under chronic stress.
Whether it’s a newborn with latch or sleep challenges, a toddler showing signs of sensory sensitivity, or a pregnant mother managing discomfort throughout her pregnancy — the nervous system is the common thread. Dr. Maria’s advanced training through ICPA and PX Docs gave her the clinical framework to identify and address these root-cause patterns instead of simply managing symptoms.
At Alive & Free, she uses INSiGHT neurological scanning at every visit — because real progress requires objective data, not guesswork. Families leave each appointment with a clear, measurable picture of how their nervous system is functioning and exactly what the next step looks like.
Families Dr. Maria Specializes In
Newborns & Infants
Latch challenges, colic, reflux, sleep disruption, torticollis
Children & Toddlers
Sensory processing, ADHD patterns, anxiety, ear infections, immune support
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Pregnancy
Webster Technique, pelvic balance, comfort through all trimesters
Whole Families
Spanish-language care, multi-generational wellness plans
“My goal is simple: help every family I work with move from surviving to truly thriving. When the nervous system is functioning the way it was designed, everything changes — sleep, behavior, immunity, mood, and growth.”
— Dr. Maria Alejandra Lopez Aquino, D.C.
Bilingual Care for South Florida Families
Dr. Maria is fully fluent in English and Spanish. If your family is more comfortable communicating in Spanish, Dr. Maria welcomes that entirely. Consultations, care plan explanations, and follow-up questions can all be conducted in the language where your family feels most at home.
Start Your Family’s Health Journey
Dr. Maria is accepting new patients. Your first visit includes a full INSiGHT neurological scan and a consultation to understand exactly what your family needs next.