Important thoughts on Children and Common Chiropractic questions
-How early should children be adjusted?
-Is it safe?
-Why do they need adjustments?
-Are their bones still soft?
-What if they cry?
All these questions go thru the minds of parents who are considering Chiropractic care for their kids. Some parents are hesitant about getting their kids adjusted even though they are under care themselves. Our children are so special to us that in an effort to protect them, we are over protective and deprive them of necessary and valuable experiences.
If chiropractic care is necessary and benefical for your health then it logically follows that it is more important for a child! After all, they have nerve systems that support and control all body functions just like we do. And like us, they too can have their "life forces" altered thru subluxations. The only difference is they have their whole lifetime ahead of them in which to manifest the results of what they do today. It is never too soon!
Subluaxtions can occur at any time. The very first can, and may happen during the baby's birth. That is why parents who understand the importance of being subluxation-free have their newborns checked by their chiropractor as soon after birth as possible. The longer a subluxation is present the longer your child's body will reproduce (grow) the wrong way.
"As a twig is bent, so grows the tree!"
Many people who come the chiropractors's office for the 1st time as adults would have had a far greater chance of regaining their health if they would have come for care as children.
Kids make great Patients!
Adjusting a child is not difficult. In fact, most childrens' spines are easier to adjust than adults. They have not had long standing subluxations, associated degeneration, or muscle tension as their parents.
Also most children hold their adjustments for longer periods of time and their chiropractic adjustment plans are usually shorter than the average adult. However, with falls, accidents and the generally active lives most kids have, regular check-ups are vital.
It is worth the effort!
Chiropractic adjustments are generally painless. Children on the first or second visit are sometimes reluctant. However, they really love to "ride the table," especially when they see their parents getting adjusted. We will work with you so your children become accustom to the adjustment, in fact most kids "love" to come to the chiropractor.
Chiropractic care is vital to your childs health. It is of great importance that parents not think of adjustments for children as "something they might as well do as the kids are here anyway." Chiropractic care is vital to their health and is an absolute necessity in development and reaching their full potential in every area of life.
Peace of mind coming from knowing that you have provided you children with the best chance to perform at their best is the greatest benefit of all.