Why do babies and kids need chiropractic care?

1. Musculoskeletal Health: Pediatric chiropractic adjustments can help promote proper musculoskeletal development in children. This is relevant in cases of musculoskeletal issues such as torticollis, scoliosis, or other postural problems.

2. Colic and Digestive Issues: Chiropractic care helps infants alleviate symptoms with colic or digestive issues

3. Ear Infections: Spinal adjustments can aid in preventing or treating recurrent ear infections in children.

4. Sleep and Behavioral Issues: Parents seek chiropractic care for children with sleep problems or behavioral issues.

5. Overall Well-Being: Chiropractic care contributes to a child’s overall well-being by maintaining proper nerve function and spinal alignment.

When should kids/babies go to a chiropractor?

1. Birth

2. Sitting up

3. After crawling

4. Pulling up to standing

5. Starts walking

Birth is not only traumatic for the mother but also the baby. Even the most natural births put pressure on their tiny bodies, especially their necks. Babies and kids’ bodies change so fast, and neurological development occurs early on. It is important to make sure the nervous system is functioning properly.