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At the Center for Chiropractic and Rehabilitation, our goal is to help parents understand how chiropractic treatment can positively impact their children's health and development.
Why is Chiropractic Care Important for Infants and Toddlers?
Infants and toddlers undergo significant physical changes and challenges during their early years, which can lead to various discomforts and issues. Chiropractic care can be beneficial for them in several ways:
- Boosting Recovery after Birth: The gentle manipulations performed by chiropractors can alleviate tension, strain, and nerve-related problems that may arise after both C-section and natural births. The birthing process can be traumatic for both the baby and the mother, potentially affecting the baby's nervous system.
- Soothing Colic Symptoms: Chiropractic care may offer relief to babies with colic by addressing potential digestive issues and gas buildup. An immature gastrointestinal system can struggle with gas trapped in the gut, leading to bloating and discomfort.
- Enhancing the Immune System: A healthy spine plays a crucial role in supporting the immune system. Misalignments in the spine can irritate nerve pathways, which can have a cascading effect on various systems in the body, including the immune system.
- Reducing General Fussiness: Chiropractic sessions can be helpful in addressing unexplained fussiness and irritability in babies once other medical conditions have been ruled out.
- Supporting Physical Development: During their early years, babies undergo significant spinal growth and curvatures. Proper alignment during these critical milestones is vital to ensure optimal physical development.
Chiropractic Benefits for Toddlers:
- Improving Sleep Quality: Chiropractic care can alleviate tension, discomfort, and dysfunction that may disrupt a toddler's ability to fall and stay asleep, leading to improved sleep quality.
- Enhancing Attitude and Behavior: Better sleep resulting from chiropractic care can positively influence a child's outlook and behavior, promoting improved attitudes and conduct.
- Strengthening the Immune System: Chiropractic adjustments can help enhance the effectiveness of a child's immune system by addressing neurological issues that may impair immune function.
What to Expect on Your First Visit:
During the initial visit to our center, Dr. Scott will conduct a comprehensive assessment of your child's health history and any concerns you may have. A thorough physical examination of the spine will follow, using gentle and specific techniques to identify and address any spinal issues.
Safety of Chiropractic Care for Children:
We understand that safety is a primary concern for parents. Chiropractors have been treating children for over a century with an excellent safety record. Recent studies have shown that adverse reactions from spinal adjustments in children are extremely minimal, making chiropractic care one of the safest forms of health care available.
At the Center for Chiropractic and Rehabilitation, we are committed to providing individualized and gentle chiropractic care appropriate for infants and children. Our goal is to support your child's well-being and development in the most nurturing and effective manner possible. If you have any further questions or would like to schedule a consultation, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. We look forward to helping you and your child on their path to wellness.
At the Center for Chiropractic and Rehabilitation, we are committed to providing individualized and gentle chiropractic care appropriate for infants and children. Our goal is to support your child's well-being and development in the most nurturing and effective manner possible. If you have any further questions or would like to schedule a consultation, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. We look forward to helping you and your child on their path to wellness.
SCOTT P DEROUEN, BS, DC, DN CERT
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