Should I get my child adjusted at the chiropractor?
Parents who are patients at our Charlotte, North Carolina area chiropractic office often ask if their child should also get regular chiropractic adjustments. We strongly encourage chiropractic care for children of all ages as it’s an extremely effective preventative form of wellness, as well as treatment for a myriad of physical symptoms.
Getting a chiropractic adjustment is easy and extremely beneficial for children
Just as in adults, chiropractic adjustments and natural wellness practice can make a big difference in the health and development of a child.
When it comes to children, a chiropractic adjustment can result in benefits such as:
decrease ear infections
improve digestive issues
improve sleep quality
strengthen immunity
help with asthma and breathing issues
reduce hyperactivity and improve concentration
decrease bed-wetting
alleviate growing pains
How chiropractic care can decrease ear infections
It’s tough, but not uncommon for small children experience pain as a result of ear infections.
Getting a chiropractic adjustment is beneficial for decreasing or eliminating discomfort due to ear infections. When fluid builds up in the ears, this can result in an ear infection. With frequent adjustments, the inner ear tubes are able to function properly and ear infections can be prevented or improved without the use of medication.
Chiropractic care to improve sleep quality and digestive issues in children
Sleep is pivotal in a child’s growth and development. Getting a child adjusted helps reset their parasympathetic nervous system which aids in their digestion, metabolism, and relaxation. When this system is reset by frequent adjustments, the child’s body is able to properly digest and rest more soundly. A recent study concluded that children under chiropractic care fall asleep faster and experience longer stretches of deep sleep. When the nervous system is properly functioning, sleep problems and digestive issues can significantly improve.
Chiropractic care to strengthen a child’s immunity
Because the immune system is directly connected to the spine, getting adjusted can boost immunity by up to 200%.
Children are continually exposed to germs at school, daycare, playgrounds, and other public facilities. It’s important to keep their immune systems functioning at peak performance to fight off illnesses. Getting chiropractic adjustments help to maintain maximum protection of the immune system. The nervous system communicates with the entire body, including the immune system.
Chiropractic care to help with asthma and breathing issues in children
40% of children experience allergies or breathing issues. Chiropractic adjustments are a natural alternative to treating childhood asthma and allergies. Seasonal allergies, dust, pollen, and mold may result in breathing difficulties. With proper spinal alignment and functioning, these symptoms can decrease dramatically.
Chiropractic care to reduce hyperactivity and improve concentration
Many healthcare providers will recommend medication to improve ADHD, but a more holistic approach to improving hyperactivity and concentration is getting chiropractic care. At our family chiropractic office near Charlotte, North Carolina, we have seen a positive impact in pediatric patients with ADHD. This is a result of realigning the spine to promote best functioning of the nervous system. If this system is out of balance, it can impact a child’s behavioral impulses. Along with nutritional changes, chiropractic adjustments can improve concentration and reduce ADHD symptoms.
Chiropractic care to decrease bed-wetting
Bed-wetting is a common issue that children may struggle with and it can be discouraging for parents. The urinary system is able to function more accurately when there is clear communication from the nerves to the organs. The brain needs clear pathways to know when to empty the bladder. These pathways can communicate more effectively and bed-wetting can gradually be reduced with a few adjustments at the chiropractor.
Chiropractic care to alleviate aches and pains during a child’s growth spurt
As children grow, they may experience pain, often in the legs, which can keep them up at night or make it uncomfortable to sit during school. Instead of using over-the-counter medications to relieve childhood growing pains, a natural alternative is chiropractic adjustments. The nervous system is connected to our joints and misalignments can cause inflammation resulting in pain. When joint mobility is improved through chiropractic adjustments, there is relief from growing pains.
How often should my child get adjusted?
The frequency of adjustments varies for each child according to the level of need. If there are no issues, then at the very least one adjustment per month is recommended to maintain proper growth and ensure optimal health. If there are issues such as ADHD or severe growing pains for example, then more frequent adjustments are suggested.
How do you adjust a child?
At our family wellness clinic in Steele Creek, North Carolina, we adjust a child according to their weight, size, and condition using various techniques. Adjustments for children are very gentle and use less force than required for an adult. The child may hear slight popping noises, but not with every adjustment. Dr. Lauren Golden is skilled at identifying areas of misalignment and will adjust accordingly.
ICPA Certification
Dr. Lauren Golden is an ICPA certified chiropractor. This means she completed an additional course of study for prenatal, postpartum, and pediatric chiropractic care. This certification provides further insight into adjusting techniques for women and children, evaluation methods, and how to assess for proper development.
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