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Children Chiropractic
Hannah received chiropractic adjustments before and during her pregnancy. Her baby was checked by Dr. Angela when he was 10 days old and now receives regular chiropractic adjustments to stay healthy.
Children need a healthy spine for a healthy life. But many people may ask, ‘Why chiropractic treatment for my child? Her back doesn’t hurt!’
The spine is often an overlooked area in a child’s health. Parents recognise the importance of regular checkups for their children’s eyes or teeth, but usually don’t think about the importance of a chiropractic check up for the spine. An exam of your child’s back by a Doctor of Chiropractic could be the most important exam your child could ever have. The spine and its 24 bones protect the millions of nerve fibres that send messages and energy to every part of your child’s body.
Difficult births can cause damage to the delicate nerves in the infant’s neck. Breech presentations and even a ‘normal’ hospital delivery utilise pulling on the neck of the baby that are related to damage to nerves and various palsy conditions - See the article.
Health problems in childhood or even in adulthood have been traced back to spinal damage at birth (Leboyer F. Birth Without Violence. New York: Alfred A. Knopf, 1984: 21, 28). Even the in utero period during pregnancy and the position of the mother’s pelvis or sacrum can influence the baby’s development. Read more.
This is why pregnant women are encouraged to have chiropractic checks and chiropractic adjustments - Read more. It is reported that pregnant women who are under chiropractic care have shortened labour times and easier deliveries - See the article.
Toddlers run, jump, fall and have accidents. By an early age, most parents report that their child has fallen from a high place or hit their head.
Children need healthy spines in order to grow into healthy adults. If the spine has blockages caused by misaligned spinal bones, then the flow of energy and information through the nerves is altered. This could make a big difference in a child’s well being and growth.
Many parents report that their families have more energy, improved health and take less medications while under chiropractic care. Parents also say that after starting chiropractic care and chiropractic adjustments that their children get sick less frequently, with less severity, have less ear infections and take less antibiotics (ref. Journal of Chiropractic Research, A comparative study of the health status of children raised under the health care models of chiropractic and allopathic medicine, summer 1989: 101-103).
In addition to improved physical health, chiropractic care is known to improve a child’s behaviour and emotional health. (ref Carrick FR. Changes in brain function after manipulation of the cervical spine. JMPT. 1997;20 (8):529-545).
How do you know if you or your child has subluxation? Consider this checklist.
Some possible warning signs:
One foot flared out while standing or sleeping
One shoulder higher than the other
Eyes or ears asymmetrical
Head tilted to one side
Poor coordination
Poor Posture
Frequent colds
Asthma
Skin Conditions
Allergies
Frequent ear infections or glue ear
Rocking or restlessness
Bed wetting
Sleeps on front or in a twisted position
‘Growing pains’
Long periods of sitting or computer use
Fatigue
Headaches
Joint discomfort
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Disclaimer: The information on this website should not be used as a substitution for professional healthcare or medical treatment.
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