Chiropractic care is quickly becoming the new health craze in America, and it’s not hard to see why. The practice has been around since 1895, helping people with everything from back pain to headaches. Chiropractors are doctors of chiropractic medicine who use hands-on therapy called “chiropractic adjustments” to diagnose and treat nervous system disorders that contribute to many common ailments. One question that many parents have is whether or not their children can get a chiropractor? The simple answer is yes! There are several reasons children can get chiropractic care.
-The number one reason children receive chiropractic care is for back pain.
The chiropractor can perform a full health examination, which will include vision and speech testing, and check the child’s muscular strength and coordination. This is especially important if your child has trouble in school or sports activities.
-Parents often have their children see a chiropractor because they are worried about learning disabilities that may be causing problems at home. Children who sit in front of screens all day (computers/TVs) don’t get enough movement to stimulate proper muscle development, leading to poor posture and neck pains from looking down constantly at their devices while hunched over; this causes what we call “text neck,” which many chiropractors are great at helping patients combat.
-If your child is suffering from allergies, it’s essential to get them checked out by a doctor who can determine the cause of their allergy symptoms and prescribe treatment. Chiropractic care can be extremely effective in treating allergic reactions because they treat the root cause rather than just masking the symptoms like conventional medicine does with steroids or antihistamines.
Many parents take their children for chiropractor visits because tics that seem unrelated to Tourette syndrome; tics may also stem from constipation issues (which chiropractics will help alleviate). If you notice any sudden twitching or strange noises coming out of your child, make sure they see a pediatrician first, but it’s a good idea to follow up with a check-up at the chiropractor as well.
-If your child is having trouble focusing or concentrating in school, there may be an underlying cause; don’t wait for problems like ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) to sneak up on you and affect their grades before trying out some alternative treatments like chiropractic care. Suppose you notice that your child has any of these symptoms – difficulty paying attention, excessive fidgeting/restlessness, impulsivity, etc. In that case, we recommend taking them to see a pediatrician and getting their blood tested right away.
Is it safe to take a child to a chiropractor?
Yes! Chiropractic care is safe for patients of all ages. However, before you take your child to a chiropractor, they must receive their first vaccination series (DTaP/IPV) and are at least six weeks old; children who have not completed this vaccine cycle should wait until they’re one year old to visit the chiropractor. If you feel like your child needs more information about whether or not they can get chiropractic treatment, call our office today. You don’t want them suffering needlessly when there are many ways we can help them.
Chiropractic care is safe and can treat a variety of health issues, so it’s not just for adults; children benefit from chiropractic treatments as well.
Chiropractors use many different techniques to treat various symptoms and ailments, but a certain technique must be avoided. If your child’s doctor has diagnosed them with any bone diseases such as osteoporosis or arthritis, never allow them to receive what we call an “adjustment” from their chiropractor; this could cause more harm than good!
Doctors do not like chiropractors because they are trained in a completely different school of thought than a medical doctor. Doctors receive years and years of training on how their body works, which is why most doctors will never recommend alternative treatments such as massage therapy or acupuncture; it’s simply outside their scope of practice.
Today, millions of people are receiving chiropractic treatments to help them feel their best. If you’re interested in learning more about what your child can benefit from at our office, don’t hesitate to call us today!
Conclusion
As you can see, chiropractic care is incredibly popular for people of all ages. Whether it’s used to treat allergies, tics that seem unrelated to Tourette syndrome, or just difficulties concentrating in school, there are many ways your child can benefit from these treatments! Call us at 205-637-1363.
