Children and Chiropractic:
“As the twig is bent, so grows the tree.”
Fortunately we don’t remember it, but birth is the first major trauma of our lives. Often the twisting and pulling during delivery causes babies to have problems turning their head to both sides. This is called “torticollis,” and if you have ever had a very stiff neck, you know how painful it can be. In infants, this may manifest in problems with nursing, comfortable sleeping and other physiological symptoms, even reflux and ear infections. Also, babies that cannot easily turn to one side often get flat spots on one side of the head, which can lead to problems as they grow. This is easy to correct at an early age as infants respond very quickly to gentle, finger-tip adjustments.
At StillPointe we have extensive training and experience treating newborns, infants, children and teens. We work with you and your child to gently and effectively alleviate spinal problems resulting from birth trauma, sports injuries and just the bumps and bruises common as a child grows. Spinal adjustments for infants and young children involve very light correction that will restore mobility to areas that have become “jammed,” which frees up the body and nervous system to function normally.
Just as you have your child’s teeth checked regularly as a preventative measure against decay and misalignment, it is important to have their spine checked for the same reasons. We can help prevent scoliosis and spinal problems that may become permanent conditions once the body is at full growth. We will be happy to provide a complimentary consultation to see if chiropractic care will benefit your family.