Benefits of Chiropractic Care for Children

There are many benefits to chiropractic care for children, including:

• Improved nerve function: Chiropractic care can help to improve nerve function, which can lead to improved overall health and well-being.

• Reduced pain: Chiropractic care can help to reduce pain from a variety of conditions, including back pain, neck pain, and headaches.

• Improved range of motion: Chiropractic care can help to improve range of motion in the spine and other joints, which can improve athletic performance and reduce the risk of injuries.

• Reduced reliance on medication: Chiropractic care can help to reduce the need for pain medication and other medications, which can have side effects.

• Improved immune system function: Chiropractic care can help to improve immune system function, which can help children to fight off infections and stay healthy.

How Chiropractic Care is Different for Children

Chiropractic care for children is different from chiropractic care for adults in a few ways. First, chiropractors use gentler techniques when treating children. Second, chiropractors may focus on different areas of the spine and body when treating children.

Is Chiropractic Care Safe for Children?

Chiropractic care is generally safe for children of all ages. 

References

• The effectiveness of chiropractic care for the treatment of pediatric conditions: A systematic review and meta-analysis. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2016;39(8):629-642.
• Chiropractic care for infants and children: A review of the literature. J Pediatric Health Care. 2015;29(1):44-53.
• Safety of chiropractic care for pediatric patients: A review of the literature. J Pediatric Health Care. 2012;26(6):343-347.

Summary

• Chiropractic care can be a safe and effective treatment option for children of all ages.

• Chiropractors can treat a variety of conditions in children, including back pain, neck pain, headaches, colic, ear infections, asthma, allergies, digestive problems, scoliosis, and sports injuries.

• Chiropractic care can help to improve nerve function, reduce pain, improve range of motion, reduce reliance on medication, and improve immune system function in children.

• Chiropractic care for children is different from chiropractic care for adults in that chiropractors use gentler techniques and focus on different areas of the spine and body.

• Chiropractic care is generally safe for children of all ages.

Conclusion

We are always happy to help you to decide if chiropractic care is right for you and your child.