A spinal checkup is the most important checkup a child will ever receive!  Why?  Because the spine houses the nervous system.

The nervous system controls everything in the body.  It is very important to make sure that a child's nervous system is working to the best of its ability.  Chiropractors help the nervous system by correcting subluxations, the number one cause of nerve interference.

WHAT CAUSES SUBLUXATIONS IN CHILDREN?

Birth is a traumatic experience not only for the mothers, but especially for the babies.  Imagine having 40-50 pounds of pressure exerted on your infant's neck.  Think of the contractions that squeeze the baby through the birth canal!

Think of being in the womb for 9 months.  As a child grows, his/her spine receives a lot of stress. Children experience tumbles and twists daily. Think of how often a toddler plops down while learning to walk.  Each fall can disrupt the child's spine.  Falling off a bike, jumping on a trampoline, awkward positions, sports injuries, and growing bodies are all factors that affect the spine and nervous system. And of course bad posture, scoliosis, and carrying heavy book bags all affect the spine.

"My child's back doesn't hurt him. Why would he need chiropractic care?"

Yes, pain is one of your body's warning signs, however no pain does not mean you are 100 percent healthy. (Think of a cavity in a child's tooth, or cancer that has been present for months without being detected).  It is important to detect and prevent subluxations so that the nervous system is working at its full potential.

Correcting a subluxation is a very safe and often fun procedure for a child. The doctors at Marty Chiropractic Healing Center use gentle fingertip adjustments to correct the subluxations.  By adjusting subluxations, we have seen numerous symptoms resolve.

Not only is chiropractic used to help prevent subluxations, but it is also used to correct subluxations when present.  Chiropractic care is essential for every child.  If your child suffers from colic, constipation, bed-wetting, ear infections, asthma, frequent colds, poor posture, headaches, scoliosis, or other conditions, do not deny him/her from receiving good chiropractic care.

All children need chiropractic care, including spinal checks and advice on nutrition and exercise, to ensure that their spines are healthy.  Find out how chiropractic can benefit your child without the use of medications and surgery.  Call Marty Chiropractic Healing Center today 763-682-4000.