Did you know that chiropractic care can be extremely beneficial for children? Pediatric adjustments are very gentle, yet very powerful for your little ones. There is no aggressive twisting or “cracking,” and the amount of pressure used is similar to the light pressure used to check if a tomato or avocado is ripe.

Pregnancy and birth are an incredible journey for both mom and baby, however baby can feel stress in his or her body beginning in utero. Unfavorable positions in utero and the birth process (whether vaginally, assisted, or cesarean, can create strain in a baby’s body, neck, and skull. Although some injuries are quickly noticeable, such as trouble with moving the head and neck in all directions comfortably, other health concerns can show up later in life. 

The brain doubles in size in the first year of life, and it develops exponentially in the first two years, with 90% of neurologic development completed by age 6. When evaluating and addressing children’s nervous systems at this age, we can help improve both physical and nervous system function and influence their growth and development. Here are some common conditions that chiropractic care for children can help with:

• Developmental milestones

• Falls and injuries

• Body aches, especially growing pains

• Immune support

• Behavioral challenges

• Digestion and bowel troubles

Dr. Shivani has extensive training in gentle and precise techniques to ensure your children are in safe hands.