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Many adults who enjoy the benefits of chiropractic care do not think of it as a treatment for their children. However, chiropractic care for children can lead to greater health and wellness and treat several common conditions without using medicines or other more extreme options.
General Wellness
Studies show that chiropractic care for children is linked to better sleep, improvements in behavior and mood and improved immune system function. As with adults, children often find that care reduces stress and tension.
Spinal Health
Nerve stress can begin at birth, leading to conditions like colic, allergies, breathing problems and chronic infections. Spinal misalignments may develop over time, which can become worse if not treated early. While it may be wise to bring even a healthy child into the chiropractor for a check-up, it is vital to do so if a child has been through a trauma or injury affecting the spine, as this can prevent damage and pain later in life.
Behavioral and Learning Disorders
While chiropractic care is not a direct treatment for ADHD, autism or other behavioral conditions, it can be part of a natural health plan to reduce symptoms without medication. If your child has ADHD but you are worried about the health effects of amphetamines, consider chiropractic care and nutrition as an alternative. Studies have also shown benefits for children who suffer from learning disorders like dyslexia.
Immune Health
Many studies have shown that chiropractic care is linked to immune health. In children with allergies or other conditions that affect breathing and sinus health, chiropractic care can be particularly effective.
To learn more about how your child can benefit from chiropractic care, or to schedule an appointment, contact Generation Chiropractic Injury and Rehabilitation Clinic. Our care can help improve your whole family’s health and wellness. Call us today at (904) 222-8878!
Last updated 8 days ago
Millions of children in America are on prescription amphetamines like Ritalin to treat their ADHD. While these drugs are helpful in treating symptoms of the disorder, they can have serious side effects and potentially lead to heart problems. In this clip, Dr. Jennifer Ashton discusses the risks of ADHD medication and proposes some less extreme alternatives, including nutritional changes and chiropractic care.
To learn more about chiropractic treatment for yourself or a loved one, contact Generation Chiropractic Injury and Rehabilitation Clinic. In addition to ADHD, we treat a wide range of conditions from allergies to chronic pain. Call us today to set up an appointment at (904) 222-8878!
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Do not avoid visiting a chiropractor due to rumors and myths, as you might be missing out on treatment that can relieve stress, pain and discomfort without medication.
Myth: Chiropractors Are Not Doctors
Fact: Chiropractors go through years of school and training to receive their D.C. or Doctorate of Chiropractic degree. They are licensed to practice health care in every state of the U.S. Chiropractors are subject to peer review and board certification, and many healthcare plans cover their practices. Chiropractors are different from medical doctors primarily in the methods through which they treat patients. Instead of medicine or surgery, chiropractors treat physical problems with physical solutions, using massage, exercises, and adjustments.
Myth: Chiropractic Is Not Taken Seriously by The Medical Field
Fact: While doctors in the past were not always complimentary toward the chiropractic field, it is now taken seriously. Many studies have shown that chiropractic work is beneficial to a wide array of patients. Many doctors recommend chiropractic care as part of a wellness plan along with other treatments.
Myth: You Must Visit the Chiropractor Regularly Once You Start
Fact: While visiting a chiropractor regularly will help you feel the benefits of care, visiting the chiropractor is not like an addiction. Once you experience chiropractic care, you will often wish to continue treatment, to relieve pain and tension or to prevent it.
Myth: Chiropractic Care is Painful or Dangerous
Fact: Chiropractic care should soothe tension and treat pain, not create it. If you visit an experienced and trusted chiropractor, there is no reason to expect anything but improved health and wellness. Studies have shown that chiropractic is safe and beneficial.
To learn more about the benefits of chiropractic care, or to schedule an appointment, contact Generation Chiropractic Injury and Rehab Clinic. Call us today at (904) 222-8878!
