Chiropractic Care for Kids in Chapin SC

Children these days have a lot more stresses to deal with than we did growing up. In general, they are also getting less exercise and generally poorer nutrition. The birthing process itself is very traumatic and can contribute to a number of problems such as ear infections, colic, croup, asthma, constipation, torticollis, or other health issues throughout infancy and beyond if not corrected. As children grow, the countless slips, falls, and tumbles can really add up as well. This combination could be a recipe for disaster and disease. Don't wait for symptoms to show up in your children; be proactive, contact your Chapin SC pediatric chiropractor today.

​​Adjustments for children, especially babies, and toddlers, are MUCH different than adjustments for adults. Many times, an adjustment can be made with as little pressure as a nudge on the subluxated area with just a finger or the activator. As a family-oriented practice, we want to ensure that all members of the family are functioning happily and healthily. Safe and effective chiropractic care benefits kids of all ages.

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Pediatric Chiropractic in Chapin SC

It may be difficult to imagine that a child would need chiropractic care. They seldom complain of chronic pain the way adults do and their bodies appear to be made of rubber in the way they bounce back from injury. The truth is, children's bodies are under a lot of stress while they are in a state of development, and keeping them healthy requires maintenance.

Stress and trauma to the body and spine commonly begin with the birthing process. Infant spines can easily become misaligned from the intense pressure involved in both natural and Cesarean births. Unfortunately, other than crying, they have no way of communicating their pain, and its source, to us. Throughout infancy, they may sleep in awkward positions and occasionally take a tumble. As children, they grow into toddlers who strain, and twist, and fall, while learning to crawl and walk. Luckily, they are very resilient and can take a lot of impacts, but it is not uncommon for these injuries to develop into patterns of movement that will pull a child's bones out of alignment over time.

As kids, they may start to develop bad posture. Sitting in front of a computer or TV can have serious repercussions on the spine. Playing contact sports, wearing heavy backpacks (most likely the wrong way), and even sitting in desks can all cause issues. As teenagers, they begin to deal with the stress of more daily responsibilities, like becoming part of the workforce, and use their bodies to perform physical labor such as painting houses and serving tables.

As you can see, there are plenty of opportunities throughout development for a child's body, and particularly their spine, to become out of alignment which will affect other aspects of their healthy nervous system function and development.

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How Can I Tell If My Child Needs Chiropractic Care?

A child's spine can become quite misaligned without any awareness on their part of pain or discomfort. Children have not always developed enough awareness of their bodies to identify a subtle chronic issue developing. Even when a child is experiencing pain, they may not be able to communicate it to you and it can come across as grumpiness, acting out, or incessant crying. Issues with the spine can also be the source of many other childhood issues.

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What is Chiropractic Care for Kids?

A chiropractic treatment for a child begins with an extensive examination to determine the exact issue and the best route for treatment. Even if your child is too young to communicate, or too shy, a chiropractor has the skills to work with them to find out exactly what is going on before proceeding with treatment, if it is determined treatment is needed. Gentle and non-invasive adjustments are then made to the spine. Children will often become relaxed and even fall asleep following treatment, a good sign that it has been effective. If you are concerned about your child's spinal health, call our team at Family Practice of Chiropractic to set up a consultation today.