The main reason why you should bring your child into the
office for an adjustment is because it helps their brain development. The brain
and spinal cord work together as the master controller of the body, and “the
majority of
brain research now demonstrates that optimal
movement and function of the spine is what keeps the brain healthy.”[1]
Brain activity is directly connected to the nerve sensors
around our body, mainly those that are in the spine. That’s why we’re all
constantly encouraged to have good posture, stretch, and stay hydrated: if you
take care of your spine, you’re taking care of your brain simultaneously.
Communication errors between the brain and spine can lead to
all kinds of problems, and this is true for infants and children as well. In
children, communication errors can result in “colic or irritability, an
inability to suckle and breastfeed, poor sleep patterns, developmental delays,
digestive problems, asthma, behavioral issues, low energy, lack of
concentration, and a whole host of other problems – the list is endless.”[2]
For adults, spinal subluxations occur from various lifestyle
stressors. But even before we’re born, nerve irritation can occur from awkward
positioning in the uterus, restriction of movement, and exposure to toxins. In
addition, long or very fast labors, the use of forceps or cesarean delivery,
and even drugs during labor can create subluxations.
Rest assured, when adjusting children the chiropractic
techniques are gentler and geared specifically towards them. Even babies soon
after birth can be adjusted safely and effectively, as I did with my own
children.
The following are just some of the important benefits to be
gained by getting chiropractic care for your child:
· To
encourage good neural plasticity (brain and nerve development).
· To
support their child’s overall health and wellbeing.
· To help
strengthen their child’s immunity and potentially reduce the incidence of
colds, ear aches and general illness.
· To
assist with colic and Irritable Baby Syndrome.
· To help
with asthma, breathing difficulties and allergies.
· To
encourage good spinal posture.
· To help
improve their child’s ability to concentrate.
· To
assist with behavioral disorders.
· To help
alleviate digestive problems.
· To
assist with bed-wetting and sleep issues.
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