Seeking chiropractic care is a natural choice when your child complains of back pain, but a visit to the chiropractor can do more for your children than strictly relieve discomfort. Many chiropractors have proven track records of treating children of all ages for a wide range of ailments. Whether your child is having trouble keeping focused at school or is dealing with various conditions that negatively affect his or her quality of life, a chiropractic consultation -- and a treatment plan -- can often be an effective, drug-free solution. Here are three reasons to book your child to see a chiropractor.
Ear Infections
There are about 10 million cases of ear infections annually in the U.S. and this issue is most prevalent among young children. Chiropractic care is proving to be a valuable approach to treating ear infections among children, according to the American Chiropractic Association. An adjustment of the child's occiput bone and neck can promote proper drainage for an ear that is chronically blocked and vulnerable to infections. Through this procedure, the body's immune system can effectively fight the infection, which means your child might not need such measures as antibiotics or, in more extreme cases, surgery.
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Children with ADHD can struggle in the classroom and are often prescribed medication to help deal with the symptoms of this common condition. A drug-free alternative, however, is taking your child to the chiropractor. The ACA reports that when a child's back muscles aren't in the proper position, the misalignment can affect the activity of the brain and might even be slowing brain development or causing the brain to develop at an uneven rate. An adjustment, however, can put the spine and muscles in the correct alignment to allow the brain to develop properly, which can significantly reduce ADHD symptoms.
Headaches
If your child suffers from debilitating headaches that harm his or her quality of life, it's possible to find relief through a chiropractic adjustment. Although there are a number of headache triggers, many people develop this pain because of tight neck, shoulder or back muscles. An adjustment puts these areas back into proper alignment, which can reduce the muscle tightness and the headache. The chiropractor might also recommend a series of lifestyle changes to reduce your child's headache occurrences, including dietary adjustments, a change in the child's exercise regimen or adjustments to how the child sleeps.
For more information, contact a professional like those at Citrus Chiropractic Group.
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