Chiropractic Care of Babies and Children
Why is it important for children and babies to receive Chiropractic care?
Well over half of an infant’s neurological development sets permanently by six months of age. Therefore, receiving gentle and safe Chiropractic adjustments is vital to ensure proper growth throughout childhood.
The very first stress a baby experiences entering the world often occurs during birth, involving torque and strain on the head and neck. This area houses the brain stem and all nerves and vessels to and from the brain. It’s crucial to have infants checked by a chiropractor as soon as possible, even within an hour after birth.
As children grow, they face stressors like falls, bumps, and slips while learning activities such as walking, biking, and playing sports. Additionally, they may encounter chemical exposures from food and medications, as well as emotional challenges at school or home. These discomforts and stresses strain a child’s spine and nervous system, compromising overall body function. Ensuring a child’s nervous system functions properly from day one is paramount.
What are the Benefits of Chiropractic Care for Children?
Pediatric Chiropractic care is a powerful way for parents to help their kids develop optimally and heal naturally. It’s a child’s nervous system that controls their amazing development. The nervous system regulates all of the body’s functions including, digestion, respiration, and immunity (among others). It is responsible for healing, growth, and regeneration of cells. For this to occur without interference, children must be free from vertebral subluxations, which is a Chiropractor’s main focus. Chiropractic is a safe and natural way to help children develop to their fullest potential. Connect with us to schedule an appointment!
When a children have stress on their spine and nervous system from subluxations, they can have a variety of symptoms including colic, ear infections, and feeding problems. When a child gets adjusted and stress is taken off his/her spine and nervous system, the body functions better, recovers from stress more quickly, and the immune system works more efficiently. All this leads to less sickness!
Is a Chiropractic adjustment safe for a child?
Well over half of an infant’s neurological development becomes set permanently by six months of age. Therefore, it’s crucial to ensure proper growth throughout childhood by receiving gentle and safe Chiropractic adjustments.
The very first stress a baby experiences upon entering the world often occurs during birth, which involves torque and strain on the head and neck—areas housing the brain stem, nerves, and vessels to and from the brain. Infants should undergo chiropractic checks as soon as possible, ideally within an hour after birth.
As children grow, they encounter stressors such as falls, bumps, and slips while learning activities like walking, biking, and playing sports. They may also face chemical exposures from food and medications, alongside emotional challenges at school or home. These discomforts and stresses strain a child’s spine and nervous system, compromising overall body function. Ensuring a child’s nervous system functions properly from day one remains paramount.
How often should a child be given a Chiropractic adjustment?
The first step is for your child to be evaluated by your Chiropractor. Next, your Chiropractor will determine a care plan to fit your child’s individual needs.