More and more parents appreciate the
importance of regular chiropractic care for their
children in the same way they have regular checkups
for their child’s teeth, hearing, eyes and
ears. Many adult spinal problems begin as early as
birth. The birthing process can stress an infant’s
spine and developing nervous system. Nervous system
distress can contribute to colic, nursing difficulties,
breathing problems, sleep disturbances, allergic
reactions and chronic infections therefore it is
a good idea to have your infant checked right away.
As the infant grows, learning to sit, crawl, walk with
lots of stumbles and falls can affect the spinal alignment.
As your child grows and begins to participate in regular
activities like riding a bike, skating, sports, or
even improper backpack use, small but significant spinal
misalignments (subluxations) may occur.
Vertebral subluxation is linked with a myriad of childhood ailments, such as colic, asthma, reoccurring ear infections,
attention deficit disorders and may spark headaches,
back pain and carpal tunnel syndrome. And of course,
let’s not forget trauma from an injury. Misalignments
may or may not result in immediate pain but regular
chiropractic checkups can identify potential spinal
injury and help avoid many of the health complaints
they would have as an adult. Proper spinal care
is an important key to better health.
It is important to note that a Chiropractor does
not treat diseases but checks a child’s spine
for misalignments that impair the nervous system,
which in turn affects overall body function. In other
words, your child’s immune system will work
more efficiently increasing your child’s resistance
to disease, stress, allergens, and toxins.
An exam to determine if spinal subluxations exist
will be performed. Chiropractic adjustments
are modified to fit a child’s size, weight,
and unique spinal condition. Children are easier
to adjust because their subluxations are not as long
standing and their muscles are not as tense as adults.
Children often enjoy the gentle adjustments and look
forward to their visits. Chiropractic care for children
is safe, gentle and effective and enhances their
wellbeing.
Early detection of Scoliosis,
a lateral curvature of the spine, is imperative. Scoliosis
impacts infants, adolescents, and adults worldwide
with the primary age of onset being 10-15 years old.
Scoliosis occurs equally in both genders though females
are eight times more likely to progress to a curvature
magnitude that requires treatment. In school screenings
are not in depth and many minor curvatures may slip
through the cracks whereas, Chiropractors conduct and
extensive assessment. Scoliosis can impact the quality
of your child’s life with limited activity,
pain, and reduced respiratory function. Please schedule
a spinal checkup for your child.
Schedule
a spinal checkup for your child
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