Why should children have Chiropractic Care?
A few decades ago, chiropractic and children were two words that did not seem to fit together. These days however, more and more parents are seeking chiropractic care for their kids. Many spinal problems seen in adults can begin as early as birth. Due to advancements in technology, what used to be a "natural birth", has been replaced with a myriad of interventions. C-sections, vacuum extractions, forceps and epidurals are only a few out of the many "improvements" that has been introduced to the birthing process. As paediatric chiropractors seeing a lot of newborns in the first days after birth, we have noticed a considerable increase in birth traumas, which we believe may be associated with these advancements. Even so-called “natural” birthing methods can stress an infant’s spine and developing nerve system. The resulting irritation to the nerve system caused by spinal and cranial misalignment can be the cause of many newborn health complaints. The following list includes the most common complaints presenting to a Chiropractor.
· Colic
· Breathing problems
· Nursing difficulties
· Sleep disturbances
· Allergic reactions
· Chronic ear infections
Since significant spinal trauma can occur at birth, many parents have their newborns checked right away. As the infant grows, learning to hold up the head, sit, crawl and walk are all activities that affect spinal alignment and are important times to have a child checked by a Doctor of Chiropractic.
As the child begins to participate in regular childhood activities like skating or riding a bike, small yet significant spinal misalignments may occur. If neglected, the injuries during this period of rapid growth may lead to more serious problems later in life. Subtle trauma throughout childhood will affect the future development of the spine leading to impaired nervous system function. Any interference to the vital nerve system will adversely affect the body’s ability to function at its best.
One of the most common reasons parents seek care for their child is trauma from an injury of some sort. These misalignments may or may not result in immediate pain or symptoms. Regular chiropractic checkups can identify potential spinal injury from these traumas, make the correction early in life and help avoid many of the health complaints seen later in adults. Proper spinal hygiene is an important key to better health.
It is important to understand that the Doctor of Chiropractic does not treat conditions or diseases. The expertise of the chiropractor is in checking the child’s spine for misalignments that impair nervous system function therefore affecting overall body function.
Our chiropractor Havard Bergby has completed numerous post-graduate courses in Pediatrics and pre and post-natal care. He is currently completing 2 year Pediatrics Diplomate course held by the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA). If you have any questions or concerns regarding chiropractic care for your child, he would love to have a chat with you.
Please visit the ICPA website for current articles and research or watch the video below.
A few decades ago, chiropractic and children were two words that did not seem to fit together. These days however, more and more parents are seeking chiropractic care for their kids. Many spinal problems seen in adults can begin as early as birth. Due to advancements in technology, what used to be a "natural birth", has been replaced with a myriad of interventions. C-sections, vacuum extractions, forceps and epidurals are only a few out of the many "improvements" that has been introduced to the birthing process. As paediatric chiropractors seeing a lot of newborns in the first days after birth, we have noticed a considerable increase in birth traumas, which we believe may be associated with these advancements. Even so-called “natural” birthing methods can stress an infant’s spine and developing nerve system. The resulting irritation to the nerve system caused by spinal and cranial misalignment can be the cause of many newborn health complaints. The following list includes the most common complaints presenting to a Chiropractor.
· Colic
· Breathing problems
· Nursing difficulties
· Sleep disturbances
· Allergic reactions
· Chronic ear infections
Since significant spinal trauma can occur at birth, many parents have their newborns checked right away. As the infant grows, learning to hold up the head, sit, crawl and walk are all activities that affect spinal alignment and are important times to have a child checked by a Doctor of Chiropractic.
As the child begins to participate in regular childhood activities like skating or riding a bike, small yet significant spinal misalignments may occur. If neglected, the injuries during this period of rapid growth may lead to more serious problems later in life. Subtle trauma throughout childhood will affect the future development of the spine leading to impaired nervous system function. Any interference to the vital nerve system will adversely affect the body’s ability to function at its best.
One of the most common reasons parents seek care for their child is trauma from an injury of some sort. These misalignments may or may not result in immediate pain or symptoms. Regular chiropractic checkups can identify potential spinal injury from these traumas, make the correction early in life and help avoid many of the health complaints seen later in adults. Proper spinal hygiene is an important key to better health.
It is important to understand that the Doctor of Chiropractic does not treat conditions or diseases. The expertise of the chiropractor is in checking the child’s spine for misalignments that impair nervous system function therefore affecting overall body function.
Our chiropractor Havard Bergby has completed numerous post-graduate courses in Pediatrics and pre and post-natal care. He is currently completing 2 year Pediatrics Diplomate course held by the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA). If you have any questions or concerns regarding chiropractic care for your child, he would love to have a chat with you.
Please visit the ICPA website for current articles and research or watch the video below.
