Many people seek out the services of chiropractors annually. Most patients are adults, but parents schedule millions of appointments for children. In fact,
about 17 percent of appointments are for children under the age of 18. Children use chiropractic care for the same reasons as an adult. Read these points to decide if these services are right for your children.
Benefits to Wellness
The International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (IPCA) reported that parents that request chiropractic services for their children and return for regular maintenance do so because of the benefits their children experience. These parents report their children had better sleeping habits, stronger immune systems, and fewer behavioral issues.
These types of improvements not only make children immediately happier and healthier but can potentially help them avoid other health concerns. The body releases growth hormones overnight, so good sleep helps with development. Sleep keeps hearts healthy and reduces the risk of obesity. A good night's rest also makes children more alert and boosts immune systems.
A strong immune system enables children to avoid problems like cold viruses, the flu, and ear infections. The result is that children consume fewer antibiotics and cold medications, which each have their share of risks. A reduction in behavioral problems also enables children to focus on their studies and to stay safe. Having fewer behavioral problems lowers the need for drug therapy.
Chiropractic care is not a miracle service that prevents illness or solves all medical problems. The treatment methods help children to become more resistant to common ailments and can strengthen their immune system so they overcome illness faster. Chiropractic treatments also help with the misalignments that cause pain or lead to other health issues like asthma.
Concerns without Merit
Mainstream medical providers often question any service that falls into the category of alternative medicine. Chiropractic care still has this label despite the extensive training and licensing standards the professionals in the field undergo. Health insurers even cover many forms of chiropractic treatment today because of the proven results of the treatment.
Research into the safety of chiropractic services has shown that the risk of chiropractic services is statistically less than those of many other medical treatments. Chiropractors have
the lowest rates of malpractice insurance of any professional in the medical community because of the low incidence of adverse effects from treatment.
Parents need to do what is necessary to keep their children safe as they seek out chiropractic care. Never visit anyone that is not a licensed chiropractor. The IPCA has a database of chiropractors that specialize in pediatric care, but all licensed chiropractors receive training in this type of service.
Addition to Healthcare
Another way to protect the health of children is to make certain they still receive other medical services as needed. Chiropractors can boost the benefits of traditional medical care for better and faster results and even reduce the need for certain types of care. However, these clinics cannot offer everything a growing child needs to keep them healthy.
The need for pharmaceuticals, extensive internal testing, and surgery relies on help from professionals in other medical fields. Children should also have annual wellness checks with their pediatrician as well as visits to their dentist and eye care professional for the most comprehensive care available.
Chiropractic adjustments keep growing spines strong, improve posture, and help children to learn more about the proper care of their bodies. At
Corner Chiropractic Center, we can help to keep children healthy from birth or can aid with injuries or other health concerns. Contact us to schedule a consultation so we can assess your child today and offer a complete care plan.
