Why would my child need to see a Chiropractor?
There is one system in the body that is responsible for accurately interpreting the messages from the child’s environment and deciding how their body should adapt to it. This is the nervous system. It is the master control system of growth, repair & the function of every cell, muscle & organ within the body.
This system can often be compromised with the birth process, an unavoidably stressful event; physically, emotionally and chemically.
The nervous system of a newborn baby is particularly susceptible at this time. This may result in the failure of your child’s nervous system to accurately interpret his or her environment so that an inappropriate adaptive response takes place within the body.
So when should a child have their first chiropractic check up?
As soon as possible! If left uncorrected, a birth induced spinal nerve problem may not become apparent for many years! But even if your child is well past infancy, the sooner they are checked the better. It has been shown that negative patterns, just like bad habits (e.g. slouching), if laid down during growth, may persist and limit a child’s potential on a number of levels throughout life.
The birth process can be traumatic enough for mum, but the effects on baby's soft skull and upper neck are all too apparent for anyone who has seen a child born(even Caesarean sections). For this reason we offer free checks for all children, especially newborns.
The Vital Early years
Chiropractic is not just about relieving pain, it is about getting to the root of the problem. The earlier a problem is dealt with, the better the result, as such we actively encourage patients to have their children’s spines checked.
Many childhood problems can be addressed early, preventing complications during the crucial first years of life: For more detail, and evidence-based research, please visit our "Chiropractic Research and Links" page.
Correction of a child’s spine, which reduces postural, nerve and other stresses in their bodies, can have a powerful effect on many aspects of their lives.
Regardless of the presence of any symptoms, every child deserves to have a healthy spine: Chiropractic can allow a child to achieve their full potential.
