Pediatrics
Can Chiropractors adjust babies?
Colic: Colic is a condition characterized by excessive, uncontrollable crying in infants, typically lasting for several hours a day, multiple days a week. While the exact cause of colic is not fully understood, it is believed to involve gastrointestinal discomfort, gas, or immature digestive systems.
Advanced HIO Knee Chest upper cervical chiropractic can influence colic in infants by addressing potential misalignments in the upper cervical spine. These misalignments may lead to nerve interference, affecting the functioning of the autonomic nervous system, which plays a role in regulating digestion and gut motility. By gently adjusting the upper cervical spine, this form of chiropractic care may help to alleviate nerve interference, promote better communication between the brain and digestive system, and potentially reduce symptoms of colic in infants.
Ear Infections: Ear infections are common among children and can cause pain, fever, and difficulty hearing. They often occur due to fluid buildup in the middle ear, which can become infected by bacteria or viruses.
Advanced HIO Knee Chest upper cervical chiropractic can influence ear infections by addressing potential misalignments in the upper cervical spine, particularly in the region of the atlas (C1) vertebra. Misalignments in this area can affect the function of the Eustachian tube, which is responsible for draining fluid from the middle ear.
By gently adjusting the upper cervical spine, this form of chiropractic care may help to improve the alignment and function of the Eustachian tube, facilitating proper drainage of fluid from the middle ear and reducing the risk of ear infections. Additionally, chiropractic adjustments can support the overall function of the immune system, potentially helping the body to better fight off infections.
Colic: Colic is a condition characterized by excessive, uncontrollable crying in infants, typically lasting for several hours a day, multiple days a week. While the exact cause of colic is not fully understood, it is believed to involve gastrointestinal discomfort, gas, or immature digestive systems.
Advanced HIO Knee Chest upper cervical chiropractic can influence colic in infants by addressing potential misalignments in the upper cervical spine. These misalignments may lead to nerve interference, affecting the functioning of the autonomic nervous system, which plays a role in regulating digestion and gut motility. By gently adjusting the upper cervical spine, this form of chiropractic care may help to alleviate nerve interference, promote better communication between the brain and digestive system, and potentially reduce symptoms of colic in infants.
Ear Infections: Ear infections are common among children and can cause pain, fever, and difficulty hearing. They often occur due to fluid buildup in the middle ear, which can become infected by bacteria or viruses.
Advanced HIO Knee Chest upper cervical chiropractic can influence ear infections by addressing potential misalignments in the upper cervical spine, particularly in the region of the atlas (C1) vertebra. Misalignments in this area can affect the function of the Eustachian tube, which is responsible for draining fluid from the middle ear.
By gently adjusting the upper cervical spine, this form of chiropractic care may help to improve the alignment and function of the Eustachian tube, facilitating proper drainage of fluid from the middle ear and reducing the risk of ear infections. Additionally, chiropractic adjustments can support the overall function of the immune system, potentially helping the body to better fight off infections.