Benefits of chiropractic care for babies and children
Why do babies and kids need chiropractic care? There are a multitude of benefits to chiropractic care for children. These some of the most common reason parents seek chiropractic care for their children.
Chiropractic can help feeding difficulties such as breastfeeding by releasing tension in the upper neck, jaw, and skull. Misalignments found in the upper neck are often a result of trauma related to birth, posture imbalances, side preference and oral restrictions. By correcting these misalignments, the newborn can more freely turn their neck, making it easier and more comfortable to latch on both sides.
Chiropractic can help with reflux in babies by correcting the misalignment of the spine and balancing out the nervous system. The nervous system controls everything in our bodies including our digestive system. Adjustments might help to reduce pressure on the nerves that control the digestive system reducing reflux symptoms. Aside from spinal adjustments, chiropractors can provide dietary changes, positioning techniques and recommend supplements to help alleviate reflux.
If you’ve taken your baby or toddler to a chiropractor for constipation, you’ve probably heard the phrase “poop button”. We use this phrase for humor because it is very common for little ones to poop or even have blow outs while being adjusted or after their adjustments. There are a few reasons why chiropractic can help littles ones with constipation. The first is misalignments in the spine, particularly in the lower back and pelvic regions that might impact the function of the digestive system, potentially contributing to constipation. The second is tightness in ligaments in the pelvis. There is a ligament in the pelvis called sacrotuberous ligament that connects the sacrum to the hip bone. Releasing this ligament can relax the pelvis and help with constipation. The third is aligning parts of the spine that control the parasympathetic nervous system (PNS). The parasympathetic nervous system is known as the “rest and digest” part of the nervous system. By aligning the PNS, the body can relax and focus on digestion in turn helping with constipation.
Chiropractic can help with ADHD regulating the nervous system. Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that commonly presents with a combination of symptoms related to attention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. Kiddos with ADHD, typically have a heightened immune system and parents seek chiropractic care to help regulate and calm their nervous system. By adjusting the spine, chiropractors aim to correct these misalignments to improve overall nervous system and promote better communication between the brain and the body. Chiropractic adjustments may help reduce stress by relieving tension in the muscles and improving blood flow. Since stress can exacerbate ADHD symptoms for some individuals, reducing stress through chiropractic care might indirectly benefit their symptoms.
The most common cause of ear infections in children is a blockage or dysfunction of the Eustachian tube, which connects the middle ear to the back of the throat. This blockage can lead to fluid accumulation in the middle ear, creating an environment for bacterial growth and infection. Chiropractic adjustments can help correct misalignments in the neck that can align the Eustachian tube to allow for proper drainage to prevent ear infections. Chiropractic adjustments can help improve lymphatic drainage, allowing the body to more effectively eliminate harmful substances that may contribute to ear infections. Chiropractic adjustments may help stimulate the immune system by improving the communication between the brain and the immune system. This can help the body better defend against infections, including ear infections. Chiropractic care may help alleviate the pain and discomfort associated with ear infections. Adjustments can help reduce inflammation and tension in the muscles and joints of the neck and spine, which can contribute to ear pain.
These are only some of the benefits of chiropractic care for little ones. Chiropractic care can become apart of your child’s health journey so they can grow to be healthy adults.
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