Pediatric Chiropractic

Recent studies have shown that up to 14 percent of chiropractic visits are for pediatric chiropractic patients and that chiropractors are the most common non-medical provider visited by children. According to a survey by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 2 million children visited a Chiropractor in 2007.

In general, the Chiropractic adjustment is a very safe procedure for children. With millions of children visiting a chiropractor every year, adverse events (the technical term for injury) are very rare. A study published in 2008 in the prestigious medical journal Pediatrics found only two incidents of adverse events related to spinal adjustments in children worldwide over the past 100 years, an enviable safety record.

Chiropractic care provided at our Denver Chiropractor clinic for children is very different than chiropractic care for adults. The adjustments are much softer and gentler because the child‘s joints are looser and easier to move. The procedure is quite comfortable and children often look forward to their chiropractic treatment. In addition, children generally heal much more quickly than adults, so they typically require just a few treatments to restore normal function their nervous systems and related end organs.

A Chiropractor help children heal and attain true health by releasing joints that aren‘t moving properly or to their fullest capacity. This restores natural nervous system function, correcting symptoms at the root of the problem and optimizing the child‘s overall health and inherent healing abilities.

If your children aren‘t already receiving Chiropractic care, talk to our experienced chiropractor about getting them into the office for an initial consultation visit.

Common Pediatric Chiropractic Conditions

Neonate- Infant:

• Colic/irritability
• Poor sleep
• Nursing problems
• Reflux/spitting up
• Constipation
• Asymmetrical head shape
• Torticollis/head tilt
• Sutural ridging
• Sleep apnea or snoring
• Asymmetrical crawl or gait

Toddler and Preschool- age child:

• Ear infections
• Chronic upper respiratory infections
• Asthma
• Growing pains/foot or leg cramping
• Bed-wetting
• Incontinence (bowel or bladder)
• Pervasive development disorders*
  *including autism, sensory integration disorder, ADD, ADHD, learning disabilities

School-age Child and Adolescent:

• Back pain
• Neck pain
• Headaches
• Scoliosis
• Gait abnormalities
• Poor Posture
• Extremity injuries (chronic ankle sprains, knee pain, shoulder pain, etc.)
• Constipation
• Abdominal pain
• Chronic upper respiratory illness

Pediatric chiropractic care is a safe and effective option for addressing a variety of conditions in children, from infancy through adolescence. With millions of children visiting chiropractors each year, the risk of adverse events is extremely low, making it a trusted form of treatment for many families.

At our Denver clinic, we offer gentle, tailored adjustments for children to help improve their nervous system function and overall health. Whether your child is dealing with colic, ear infections, or posture issues, chiropractic care can provide natural relief and support their body’s innate healing abilities. If your child hasn’t yet experienced the benefits of chiropractic care, contact us today to schedule an initial consultation and take the first step toward optimizing their health.