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ArticleGive the Children a Chance What are your hopes for your child this year? Most likely, brilliance and health are high on your list. Every child deserves to experience a healthy, brilliant life. Healthy nervous systems are a requirement for healthy, brilliant lives. A very important, but little known component is that the spine, which protects the spinal cord, needs to be checked professionally more often than even our eyes or teeth. How do children's spines relate to their health? It is the same as it is for adults. The spine protects the nervous system, which coordinates and controls every process in the mind and body. It is the central computer that orchestrates the timing and function of everything from the immune system to memory and emotions. The spine receives forces from the daily stresses and traumas of life. These forces distort the positioning of the spine and cause slight pressure on the spinal cord, thus reducing the flow of communication between the brain and the body. This tension alters how well the nervous system functions and thus how well children's precious minds and bodies' function. Chiropractors help children by releasing the stress or tension on the nervous system so the body can heal and thrive. Spinal and nervous system health has far reaching effects. Chiropractic does not specifically treat symptoms and disease; it does help the body function better through a healthier nervous system. A retrospective study performed by Dr. Froehle showed a 43% decrease in ear infections with only 1 or 2 treatments, in fact 93% of the cases studied showed a marked improvement in less time and with less medical intervention. Furthermore, a study performed by N. Klougart of Anglo-European College of Chiropractic demonstrated that babies who experienced symptoms of infantile colic responded to spinal care within 5 days. The results, patients' only using chiropractic had an average of almost 3 hours less crying time, and thus less discomfort per day than the patients on medication. Furthermore, case studies published in JACA by Sandefur and Adams showed that autistic children had a reliable 50% improvement in behavior. Many more studies exist that further show how children's lives are brighter and healthier with chiropractic care. How do I keep my child's spine well? Chiropractors are doctors who specialize in the study of the spine, nervous system and how they relate to the health of the body. Chiropractors use many methods to maintain the health of the spine and surrounding structures, ranging from traditional structural adjustments to gentle light force contacts. Seek a chiropractor with whom you feel comfortable and with whom you trust. Do your children one of the biggest favors you can and get their spines checked by a chiropractor while they are young. You will be giving them the best chance at a healthy life. How early should I take my child to a chiropractor? The most ideal answer is while they are still in their mom's belly! Chiropractic helps the mother's body be more prepared for the birth. A study by Dr. Gastaldo printed in Births showed that sacral misalignments distort the pelvic opening up to 4 cm and cause trauma to the fetus in approximately 15% of vaginal births. Also, Dr. Diakow showed in JMPT that women under regular chiropractic care had an 84% reduction in back pain during pregnancy and were significantly less likely to have back labor. In an osteopathic journal, Dr. Hampton found that the postpartum return for the mother was sped up as well. Furthermore, in a study discussed in the proceedings of World Chiropractic Congress, Joan Fallon found that women who were regularly under chiropractic care had labor that was 24 % shorter for first time mothers and 39% shorter with multiple births, and a 40% reduction in labor pain. Chiropractors help your body adapt to stress and having a chiropractor present at the birth of your child can help improve the comfort and ease of delivery. Whether your baby was delivered naturally or by Cesarean section, your baby faced many challenges in the birthing process itself. Often, the birth is the first time that the baby experiences tension on the nervous system. Ideally, getting babies checked by a chiropractor as newborns sets them up for having the healthiest growing spines and nervous systems. Naturally, these babies can look forward to greater health and brilliance. Visit a chiropractor today if you are pregnant, thinking about getting pregnant or have small children. Many chiropractors are very gentle in their methods and can put the most concerned parent at ease. Health and wellness start with the first visit and can last a lifetime with chiropractic care. OTHER ARTICLES
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