Why Kids Need to be Checked for Subluxations and Adjusted

The Importance of Chiropractic Care for Infants

The early stages of a child's life are critical for their overall development and well-being. One often overlooked yet crucial aspect of infant health is the state of their spine. Checking for subluxations and getting necessary adjustments can play a significant role in ensuring a healthy start for your child.

The Impact of Birth on Baby's Spine

The birth process, despite being natural, can be quite traumatic for a baby’s spine. Factors such as long labors, induced labors, and C-sections put tremendous pressure on the baby’s spine, potentially pushing it out of place. C-section deliveries, in particular, are known to cause colic in babies due to however it happens to get ahold of the baby. Frequently grabbing and arm or leg or sideways pulling on the mid-thoracic spine. The nerves in this region control digestion, and any misalignment there can lead to digestive issues like colic and spitting up. On a positive note, C-section babies often have nicely shaped heads and typically avoid neck problems, provided there was no prior induced delivery or prolonged vaginal delivery attempt.

Consequences of Subluxations

Babies who undergo difficult and prolonged labors, especially if induced, are at a higher risk of neck subluxations. This condition affects each baby differently, depending on the nature and severity of the misalignment. Common issues associated with neck subluxations include problems with breastfeeding, where the baby may prefer feeding on one side over the other. This preference can extend to head turning, where the baby shows discomfort or an inability to turn their head in a certain direction when placed on their stomach. Additionally, early ear infections can be a consequence of these misalignments.

The Role of Pediatricians

While pediatricians play an essential role in a child's health, they are not trained to evaluate and correct spinal subluxations. Pediatricians primarily treat diseases and manage symptoms, such as ear infections resulting from spinal misalignments. However, they do not recognize or address the underlying causes of these issues. Routine "well baby visits" typically focus on measuring, weighing, and vaccinating, which, does not encompass the evaluation of health.

The Shift in Child Health

Historically, parents managed basic growth measurements at home, using tools like scales and tape measures to ensure their child was developing normally. The introduction of "well baby visits" has not necessarily correlated with improved health outcomes. Instead, there has been a noticeable increase in the incidence of chronic childhood illnesses. This trend raises important questions about the current approach to pediatric care.  The world would be an entirely different place if parents understood where health comes from and had their babies under chiropractic care from birth.  Enlightened parents who are doing so experience a completely different reality for their children’s health. 

When and Who Should Evaluate Your Baby?

Given the potential impact of spinal subluxations on an infant's health, it is advisable to have your baby checked by a chiropractor as soon as possible after birth. Chiropractors are trained to identify and correct spinal misalignments, which can cause a range of health issues. Left unaddressed, the misalignment will be adapted to and become part of the structure going forward.

Surprisingly, for babies it doesn't present as back pain. It’s gas, colic, ear infection, crying all the time, spitting up, inability to feed properly and only rarely, do babies present with actual pain and this is evident to anyone if you try to touch the subluxated area.

In conclusion, ensuring your baby receives a thorough spinal evaluation and appropriate adjustments can significantly enhance their overall health and development. By addressing subluxations early on, you can help your child avoid potential complications and set the foundation for a healthier future.

If your baby has not been checked by a chiropractor, now is the time. Every day later makes any problems identified harder to correct. Baby adjustments are very gentle and baby problems usually easy to solve. By the time the baby is a toddler, birth problems will be difficult and require similar care times as pre teens.