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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