Continuum Chiropractic
Ear Infections
Ear infections are something that can affect just about anyone, and they’re actually more common than you might think! In fact, 80% of children will experience at least one ear infection by the time they’re 3 years old.
What Causes Ear Infections?
Otitis media, or a middle ear infection, happens when the middle part of the ear becomes swollen due to trapped viruses, bacteria, and fluid buildup. When your child is sick, germs can travel to the middle ear through the eustachian tubes, which connect the middle ear to the back of the nose and throat.
But it’s not just colds that can cause ear infections. Even if your child isn’t sick, they can still get an ear infection.
Why Are Kids More Prone to Infection?
Kids are more likely to get ear infections than adults because their eustachian tubes are smaller and more horizontal. This position makes it harder for fluid to drain out of the ear, which can lead to an infection.
Chiropractic care focuses on identifying and correcting spinal misalignments, which can help reduce the symptoms of ear infections and give your child the best chance to heal naturally—without relying on drugs or surgery.
By making sure the spine is aligned properly, chiropractic care helps your child’s body function at its best, supporting better drainage and helping to manage ear pressure more effectively. While your child’s body does the healing, our chiropractor works to ensure that the spine is functioning properly, allowing the body to fight off infections and heal faster.
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Feeding Issues
Chiropractic care offers a gentle, non-invasive way to support infants with breastfeeding difficulties like poor latching, nipple pain, or low milk supply. By addressing neuromuscular issues, chiropractic adjustments can help babies feed more comfortably and effectively.
How Can Chiropractic Help?
Chiropractic adjustments for infants are very gentle—no more pressure than you'd use to check if a tomato is ripe. These light adjustments can help correct misalignments in the neck, jaw, and skull that can affect breastfeeding.
Tension in the neck and jaw muscles, often from the birthing process, can make it hard for babies to latch deeply and feed effectively. This can cause nipple pain and hinder milk transfer for the mother.
Chiropractic care helps relax the muscles and realign the bones, making it easier for your baby to latch properly and feed efficiently, improving both comfort and milk transfer.
Addressing the Root of the Problem
While adjusting breastfeeding positions and latch can help, they don’t always address the underlying neuromuscular issues. Chiropractic care takes a holistic approach, focusing on spinal alignment and nervous system function to support successful breastfeeding.
Misalignments in the spine can affect the nerves controlling the muscles used in feeding. Chiropractic adjustments help restore proper nerve communication, allowing babies to feed more naturally and effectively.
For issues like tongue or lip ties, chiropractic care before and after any necessary procedures can help relax muscles and improve feeding function, leading to better outcomes.
For families facing breastfeeding difficulties, chiropractic care provides a safe, gentle, and non-invasive solution. By addressing underlying neuromuscular issues, chiropractic adjustments help babies feed more comfortably and efficiently, while also offering relief and support for nursing mothers.
Colic
If your baby is struggling with colic, we know how tough it can be. Chiropractic care is one of the most effective tools parents have for resolving issues with colic!
What is Colic?
Colic is when your baby cries uncontrollably for long periods, often leaving you feeling helpless. It usually starts between three weeks and four months and is marked by loud, piercing cries, clenched fists, a tight tummy, and flexed legs.
If you’re dealing with a colicky baby, you know how frustrating and exhausting it can be, especially when nothing seems to comfort them.
How Chiropractic Can Help With Colic
Chiropractors offer gentle, hands-on treatments that can help ease the pain of colic by addressing its root causes. For many babies, restoring the alignment and motion of the head and neck helps relax the nervous system and can provide relief.
Even though it might seem surprising, the birth process can put a lot of stress on a newborn’s body. The twisting and pressure during delivery can misalign the spine and compress nerves, which can interfere with normal functions like digestion. Chiropractic care helps bring the body back into balance, supporting your baby’s natural ability to feel better.
Constipation & Digestive Issues
Infant constipation is a common concern, especially in the first few months. When babies struggle to pass stool, it can cause discomfort and distress. The good news is there are natural solutions to help relieve constipation. But before treating it, it’s important to understand the underlying cause.
What Causes Constipation in Infants?
Several factors can contribute to constipation in infants:
Formula: Formula milk can be harder to digest than breast milk, sometimes leading to constipation.
Solid Foods: Introducing solid foods can disrupt a baby’s digestive system and cause constipation.
Dehydration: Not getting enough fluids can lead to constipation.
Medical Conditions: Certain conditions, like hypothyroidism or Hirschsprung’s disease, can cause constipation.
How Can Chiropractic Help Constipation and Digestion in Infants?
Chiropractic care can be an effective and gentle solution for relieving infant constipation. By performing safe adjustments, chiropractors help improve communication between the nervous system and digestive system, which can stimulate bowel movements and ease constipation.
Chiropractic adjustments are tailored specifically for infants and are very gentle. The chiropractor will carefully assess your baby and use light pressure to adjust the spine and pelvis, helping to remove any blockages that may be affecting digestion.
In addition to adjustments, parents may receive tips on diet and hydration to further help with constipation. Chiropractic care can also support your baby’s overall health and development.
neurodevelopmental disorders
our Chiropractors identify and address nervous system issues in children. Misalignments in the spine can affect how a child's nervous system processes sensations, perceptions, and bodily responses.
By correcting these misalignments, we help the nervous system work more efficiently, supporting better overall health and functioning.
Understanding Neurodevelopmental Issues
Many neurodevelopmental disorders, like ADHD, are linked to sensory processing challenges. Children with these disorders have difficulty receiving and responding to sensory information, which can lead to delayed development, trouble focusing, tantrums, colic, digestion issues, asthma, allergies, and more.
ADHD is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders. Children with ADHD are often overstimulated, which can lead to exhaustion. As the body tries to cope, it overworks the musculoskeletal system, resulting in symptoms like attention issues, hyperactivity, and impulsiveness.
How Chiropractic Can Help
While chiropractic adjustments aren't a direct treatment for neurodevelopmental disorders, they can support kids in several important ways.
Reduced Stress: Pediatric chiropractic care helps children with ADHD manage stress, improving behavior and attention.
Better Sleep: Many kids with neurodevelopmental disorders struggle with sleep. Chiropractic adjustments can promote relaxation and improve sleep quality.
Nervous System Regulation: Gentle adjustments help align the spine, supporting the nervous system and improving overall function.
Lifestyle Guidance: Chiropractors offer recommendations on nutrition, exercise, and stress management to help manage symptoms.
Collaborative Care: Chiropractors work alongside other healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive care for kids with neurodevelopmental disorders.
Chiropractic care offers a holistic and supportive approach for children with neurodevelopmental disorders. As with any complementary therapy, consulting with your healthcare team and developing a personalized care plan is key. Chiropractic care can be an additional support to help children with neurodevelopmental disorders thrive.
