Chiropractor for kids? What are the benefits of seeing a specialized pediatric chiropractor? The TOP 10 Pediatric Conditions that we can help your child with + all common questions we are getting in the clinic surround pediatric chiropractic care.
Top 10 Pediatric Health Conditions that Benefit from Chiropractic Care:
- difficulty with nursing/latching
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difficulty sleeping/ bedwetting + colic
- limited head/neck/pelvis movement
- uneven shoulder heights
- migraines / headaches
- heartburn/GERD/spitting up
- ear pain / ear infections [ even when on antibiotics ]
- sinus pain
- constipation
- growing pains
First and foremost......Is it safe? ABSOLUTELY. When working with children, we use the pressure that can be compared to checking the ripeness of an avocado. Frequently, a spring loaded instrument, called an activator, is used to provide a low force adjustment. There is no "cracking" associated with an adjustment on an infant. Working with kids in the chiropractic world involves using an incredibly gentle technique that can be modified for a child's needs or preferences.
What can it help with? Chiropractic care is beneficial for children to promote proper growth and development. Care can limit health challenges such as ear infections or issues with nursing and acid reflux. Whether we have a large spine or a tiny little spine, that spine can have misalignments causing stress to our nervous systems. Ultimately, regular adjustments allow a child’s nervous system to function optimally as they grow and develop.
When should they go? How Often? We recommend that infants be seen by a pediatric chiropractor after they are born to address any birth trauma that may have occurred. After that, developmental milestones, any illnesses, or major falls are good times to get your child examined by a chiropractor. Our pediatric specialist see's all children from birth to 12 years of age.
More frequently asked questions that are a bit more condition specific:
What is craniosacral therapy?How can chiropractic care and CST help children overcome ear infections?
Chiropractic care and CST can help children overcome ear infections by improving Eustachian tube shape, allowing for fluid to drain out of the ear through the tube ore easily. Blockage or congestion of this tube is a frequent cause of ear infections since they typically block viruses and bacteria from getting into the middle ear. Ear infections are so common in children because their Eustachian tubes are more horizontal than adults, and become more diagonal as they grow. Ear infections cause pain as well as make it difficult for a kiddo to hear, speak, move and pay attention. CST and chiropractic care are gentle methods of allowing fluid to drain properly through the Eustachian tubes, which removes substances out of the ear as well as relieve excessive pressure from inside the ear. Doing so leads to improvements in the child’s hearing, speech, etc.
As we approach the ~official~ launch of Chiro for Kidz on September 21st we wanted to address our most commonly asked questions about pediatric chiropractic care. If there is something we've missed reach out to our team by email (team@chiroforkidz.com)
or ask us next time you come in for your own adjustment!
There are limited hours for pediatric treatment - so book your fall wellness check today!!!
