Tips for Avoiding Sports Injuries
If you are an athlete, it’s a given that from time to time you will suffer a strain or injury. While this may sound a bit pessimistic, the sad truth is that the longer you are in the game, the more stress and strain your body undergoes. I wish there was a way to completely element all chances of injury, but sadly it’s an impossibility. The good news however is that there are several steps you can take to avoid sports injuries.
With a little effort, you can help ward off the likelihood of athletic injuries and keep yourself in the game.
1. Practice Technique
If you are regularly keeping your body fit and toned at the gym, learning the proper technique for your exercises is imperative. If your form is off you could be putting unnecessary stress and strain on your body that could further lead to muscle strain and sprain. Your limbs only have so much mobility and if you aren’t paying attention to proper form you could be stressing them by taking their natural movement to an extreme. Try taking a few sessions with a personal trainer, coach or teammate if you aren’t sure you are doing an exercise correctly.
2. Create a Proper Conditioning Program
In the off season (if you have one), your muscles will begin to change and grow less accustomed to activity. Jumping right back in to your normal routine after injury or coming out of the off season can tear muscles and cause massive injuries. In order to avoid this, be sure to create a conditioning program that will bring you back to your peak performance level on a gradual level.
3. Vary Your Conditioning
It’s easy to end up straining or injuring muscle groups that are being exercised day in and day out. Add resistance training and other strength training programs that will allow you to rest certain muscles while exercising others. By alternating muscle groups you will further reduce your chance of injury.
4. If You Have Pain, Seek Medical Attention
Many times athletes take the “if I ignore it, it will go away” approach when it comes to pain. Fear of bad news keeps many of us out of the doctor’s office. The truth however is that if you are avoiding medical treatment, you could be doing further damage that can keep you out of training for even longer.
5. Make Sure You are Supplementing Your Nutrition
Even if you are conditioning for weight loss don’t neglect your calorie intake. Remember, calories = energy and if you are conditioning and training regularly you need that energy to remain healthy and even to avoid injury.
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What is Whiplash and How is it Treated?
We are all likely familiar with the term whiplash, often in the context of the aftermath of a car accident, but there are many other ways this condition can happen.
What is Whiplash?
Essentially the term ‘whiplash’ is nothing more than neck strain. However, this neck strain can range in severity and is not always the result of a car accident – athletes often suffer whiplash as a result of collision on the field. A neck strain is identified by injured muscles or tendon. This differs from a sprain because a sprain occurs when the ligaments are actually torn.
You can basically suffer from whiplash any time your head is rapidly thrown back, resulting in hyper-extension. The cervical spine may also be injured as well depending on the source and severity of the impact.
How do I know if I Have Whiplash?
You might think that if your neck suffered this type of injury you would know right away. While this is true in some cases, other times it may be hours or even a day or two before the telltale pain begins. Some of the most common symptoms of whiplash include decreased range of motion, tightness, pain or knotted muscles in the neck. You may also experience headaches near the base of the skull with pain that moves to the forehead. The pain may increase with motion.
It’s important to also be aware that you could have a concussion as well. Often these two injuries can occur together. If you have hit your head, it’s best to not take the wait-and-see approach and to visit your doctor right away.
What if I do Have Whiplash?
The good news is that most people will recover from whiplash completely as long as it is treated correctly. Because I prefer a more natural approach to healing than to simply medicate, I think that using ice (and later heat) along with rest and realignment can help you heal properly. Each case of whiplash is different and while chirporactic care can improve some cases, there are others that simply require rest. I take each patient on a case my case basis and only apply my care if necessary.
As far as at-home care goes, in the two to three days after injury, you will want to use ice for about 20 to 30 minutes every 3 to 4 hours. After these two to three days, you can switch to moist heat.
It’s important to take the time to allow your neck to heal.
Depending on the case, the neck pain should decrease within a few days. In more extreme cases it’s likely that the pain will last for weeks.
Whiplash Prevention
While there is no way to avoid having an accident, there are a few ways that you can help prevent neck injury. Be sure that your headrest in your car is adjusted correctly so that it goes to at least the top of your head. This way, if you are in a accident, your head will not snap back as far. Also, build up your neck muscles with strength exercises so that your neck will be both strong and limber. If you have a desk job, it’s important to get up stretch and move your neck around several times a day.
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Why Chiropractic Care Helps Athletic Performance
Whether you are a professional athlete, crossfit enthusiast or the occasional Zumba fan, chiropractic care can help improve your athletic performance in leaps and bounds.
As a chiropractor, I see a range of athletes daily with a variety of medical and health concerns. Both mental and physical stress can have a large impact on the body and by keeping the spine in alignment, you are better equipped to handle these bumps in the road.
Chiropractic adjustment can also be beneficial for maintenance, even if you are not feeling the symptoms of a particular ailment.
Headache Relief
Many athletes complain of headache every now and again. When you picture contact sports like football and hockey, this may come as little surprise. Studies have found that 60 to 90 percent of all headaches are the result of neck (or facet joint pain). In most of these cases, pain can be immediately relieved through chiropractic adjustment.
Shoulder Injury Improvement
In addition to physical therapy, many athletes with shoulder injuries also come and see me for adjustments. Often when injuries occur and muscle damage or strain results, the alignment of the spine is neglected. If you are favoring a sore area of your body for example, you may be causing other injuries to the body by compensating.
Pain and Swelling Reduction
A common technique used by chiropractors, including myself, is ‘The Kinesio Taping Method.’ This is used commonly for athletes who have tires muscles, muscle pain or swelling and provide relief for muscles that are constantly in use. This non-restrictive taping method allows a full range of motion while providing support and stability to the muscle.
Improved Mobility
Frequent adjustments allow the body to move in every way intended. Often when we have subluxations, our muscles cramp and become less flexible as a result. Frequent adjustments result in improved mobility which can drastically improve the quality of movement on and off the field.
Tennis Elbow Relief
Studies show that nearly 50% of all tennis players suffer from the condition commonly known as tennis elbow. Fortunately, these cases can be improved through joint manipulation and chiropractic care.
Injury Prevention
While of course some injuries can’t be prevented, many can be with routine chiropractic care. For those who are not properly aligned, muscle tone is often asymmetrical from one side of the body to the other. By having one side that weaker than the other, injury and strain is more likely.
Promote Faster Healing After Injury
Keeping the body in natural alignment will reduce strain and pressure on injured joints. Often when misalignment occurs on top of an injury, healing is delayed since the body tells itself to go in to protection mode. This is why athletes commonly suffer from a condition known as splinting where the muscles around the injury grow overly tight to try and protect the area.
Improved Nerve Communication
When misalignment occurs, the ability for nerve communication from the brain and spinal column to other parts of the body may be hindered. If this is occurring, often athletes will complain of numbness, weakness or tingling in certain areas of the body.
Improved Balance
Balance is essential for all forms of sports. Dizziness is a common result of subluxation in the spine. Athletes who are frequently adjusted are better balanced and therefore, better able to perform in competition.
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6 Ways to Boost Your Immunity This Season
As the weather cools down here in the Valley we are greeted with cool air in the morning and pleasant crisp temperatures at night. This is truly the best time to be in the desert, but just like other parts of the country, it’s also a time of cold, flu and lowered immunity. Holiday travel, family visits and crowded shopping centers and malls make exchanging germs as simple as touching surfaces or shaking hands. Fortunately, there are many natural ways we can boost our immunity and lessen our chances of getting sick this holiday season.
Additionally, many of these natural supplements have been linked to maintaining long term health in many of the body’s main systems.
1. Larch
The Northwestern Larch tree contains a fiber called arabinogalactan (AG). This immune system booster is known to enhance the efficiency of natural killer cells, which attack microbes and cancer cells as soon as the body detects them. Additional research has also found that in laboratory tests, this ingredient has been effective in warding off secondary tumors that often occur in the organs of cancer patients.
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2. Oregano Oil
Wild oregano plants yield two natural ingredients that are known to boost immunity – carvacrol and thymol. While many of us are familiar with oil of oregano, which is used for cooking, it’s important to note that oregano oil is different. The two ingredients in this oil help rid the body of harmful micro-organisms that can make us sick. These include killing organisms that can lead to digestive problems and skin infections, boosting immunity, improving muscle and joint flexibility and improving respiratory health.
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3. Shitake Mushrooms
Much like the earlier mentioned larch tree, shitake mushrooms are also believed to boost the action of natural killer cells. These cells not only attack cancerous cells but also viruses which have entered our bodies. The main compound responsible for these benefits is called lentinan and it’s known to kickstart the immune system. The great thing about this immunity booster is that you can prepare these mushrooms in a variety of ways, from salad additions to soup ingredients, shitake mushrooms can give your body that extra boost this winter.
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4. Avocados
Here’s another tasty immunity booster! Avocados are known to support adrenal function and the health of your immune system. The healthy fats in avocados help balance hormone production as well. The avocado is a great source of glutathione which helps rid the body of free radicals that can later turn in to cancer. Additionally, the inflammatory conditions we experience when we have a cold or the flu can be reduced with the natural fatty acids.
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5. Ginger
Ginger is one of the most potent natural antioxidants and immunity boosters. This is why you see a variety of teas with ginger as an ingredient. If you have a cold, ginger root tea can help lessen sore throat and can even reduce the discomfort of chills and fever. This is due, in part, to the fact that ginger contains two natural antibiotics.
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6. Sage Extract
Sage extract has been used in medicine since ancient times. There are many different conditions that are treated naturally with this extract including stomach issues, depression, memory loss, gum disease, sore throat and painful nasal passages to name a few. In some cases, sage is even inhaled for the treatment of asthma.
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These are just a small sampling of the many different natural immunity boosters available. While some may be purchased at supplement stores or pharmacies, others like the avocado or shitake mushroom can be purchased at your local grocery store.
Do you have any other natural supplements you use to boost your immunity? Let us know your secret to prolonged health during the holiday season!
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8 Tips for Keeping Your Body and Mind Healthy for the Holidays
We all went to sleep Halloween night in a haze of sugar and face paint only to wake the next morning to the full-on holiday season!
Starbucks winter-themed cups, spooky store decorations replaced with pine scented candles and Christmas commercials are once again on every channel…like it or not, the holidays are here! While there are plenty of reasons to be excited this season, the unhealthy habits that often come with are a bit disheartening.
The good news is that you can still enjoy all the holiday fun without compromising your mental and physical health…it just takes some determination, a game plan and a bit of willpower.
Here are some of my favorite tips for enjoying all the season has to offer without going overboard.
1. Separate emotion from food
Like it or not, often we eat for reasons unrelated to hunger. Emotional eating is a common occurrence around the holidays. Sometimes we eat out of boredom, other times out of sadness or even because we are happy to be surrounded by the ones we love. This season, take time to figure out what you are feeling. If you are stressed, take a walk. If you are tired, take a nap. While this sounds like a no-brainer, the stress of the season can make it difficult for us to take the few moments we need to figure out our feelings. Turning to food for comfort will only lead to more emotional unrest in the long run.
2. Take time to eliminate stress
If you have a house full for the holidays, taking time for you may seem impossible…but it’s NOT. You need to take time out for your emotional well-being. You are no good to your guests if you are burning the candle at both ends. Whatever stress release looks like to you, make time for it. Read a book, take a bath, write in a journal, workout – whatever makes you feel calm, collected and ready to face the art of entertaining.
3. Drink a glass of water prior to mealtime
Mealtimes can be one of the greatest parts of the holiday. Traditional feasts abound but it can be very easy to overdo it. Try drinking a glass of water prior to eating your meal. It’s common for our brain to process thirst as hunger and overeat to compensate. Additionally, with the water taking up room in your stomach, you will feel satiated faster.
4. Exercise
Endorphins are excellent for increasing your energy level and elevating your mood. Don’t think you have time? Make it a family affair. Big meals have a tendency to make everyone sleepy. Bundle up, step outside and take a walk around the block. This is a great way to combine socializing with exercising and around the holidays exercise can really be beneficial.
5. Don’t go to holiday parties hungry
Much the same as going grocery shopping when hungry can spell disaster, going to a party while hungry can wreak havoc. With your stomach growling non-stop, even the fruit cake begins to look appealing! Skipping meals to make room for a large feast is one of the worst things you can do for your metabolism. Not only does it slow down but then overeating will make you feel overly full and uncomfortable. Eat a snack (something high in protein and healthy fibers) prior to heading out. You will then be able to snack in a more controlled manner and focus on fun and socializing rather than easing your hunger.
6. Don’t go overboard on the alcohol
Most of us have been guilty of overindulging every now and again. Have a game plan when it comes to consuming alcohol and set a limit for yourself. Depending on the situation, holiday parties can sometimes be stressful. You may not know anyone there or perhaps you are forced to spend hours with your in-laws who make you inherently nervous. Many times in these situations people turn to alcohol as a crutch to “take the edge off.” Avoid making this rather hasty decision. If you feel awkward without a drink in your hand, try a spritzer water with lemon or lime. You’ll still feel festive…without wearing a lampshade on your head. It’s a win-win.
7. Stay hydrated
Drinking water is important no matter the season and while perhaps you remember more to hydrate when it is hot out, hydrating in the fall and winter months is just as important. If you are on the run, be sure to pack a water bottle with you and make yourself use it. Remember that once you start to feel thirsty, you are already in the beginning stages of dehydration.
8. Stay as close to your normal routine as possible
While this may sound tricky, try and stay close to your normal routine. If you can get up around the same time as normal and plan meals times, you will have a more solid structure to craft your day around and will feel more grounded as a result.
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Not Just for Pain Management: 4 Conditions You Never Knew Could be Treated with Chiropractic Care
Typically we think of chiropractic adjustments as appropriate treatment for whiplash, athletic injuries or other painful conditions. While this is certainly the case, you might not realize how many other conditions (not associated with a specific instance of trauma) can be treated as well.
That’s because not all subluxations (misalignments) are painful. You could be suffering symptoms because an area in your spin is misaligned by no more than a millimeter! Your body must be properly aligned in order to function at its peak and even the slightest excess pressure can produce other symptoms in the body.
Here are 4 conditions that can be treated by chiropractic care!
1. Hearing Loss
It has long been proven that chiropractic adjustments can benefit many systems in the body but a study in 1994 shed some light on the impact it can have on certain hearing loss cases. You might be thinking, what does a spinal adjustment have to do with hearing? The fact that the spine and central nervous system are connected means that an adjustment can help reduce pressure nearly anywhere in the body.
For cases of Vertebrogenic Hearing Disorders, there is a direct correlation between hearing loss and pressure. The amount of pressure that is impacting the blood supply to the audio portion can directly impact the frequencies a certain person can hear. The 1994 study proved that chiropractic adjustments could change the pressure and therefore allow adequate blood flow to the auditory system.
2. High Blood Pressure
A placebo controlled study in 2007 revealed that a chiropractic adjustment can actually lower high blood pressure. The adjustment used for the study is referred to as the atlas adjustment because it adjusts the C-1 vertebra (named atlas since it holds up the head). By relieving pressure there, hypertension can be successfully treated. There are two centers at the base of the brain which control the muscles. In some people, the atlas area can get locked just a millimeter or less out of alignment and while there may not be any pain, there could be other impacts to systems in the body like high blood pressure. Frequent adjustments may help diminish these symptoms.
3. Premenstrual Symptoms
For women suffering premenstrual symptoms or PMS, often muscle relaxers and other harmful prescription medications are the go-to for pain relief. Unfortunately, there are many undesirable side effects of routinely turning to medication. Since many of the nerves exiting the lower back regulate the tissues in the lower abdomen area, the pressure can often be relieved with an adjustment.
A study which split women in to two groups (one group received ineffective pressure and the other full adjustments) those receiving proper manipulation reported vast improvements in the discomforts associated with PMS. If you are someone who suffers regularly from PMS, you can schedule appointments proactively so you do not need to struggle with the discomfort each month.
4. Asthma
Children diagnosed with asthma are often prescribed many medication to keep flair-ups from occurring. While these medications are said to show a 95% non-occurrence rate of asthma you might be surprised to learn that asthmatic children treated through chiropractic care have a 96.5% non-occurrence rate…and they don’t have to deal with all the unwanted side effects of prescription medications!
When you consider that the lungs and the diaphragm (which are used for breathing) are controlled by the nervous system, you will see that the idea of treating asthma holistically with chiropractic care makes sense. When subluxations (or misalignments) occur, the nerve supply to the lungs can be damaged which can result in difficulty breathing. By restoring the nerve supply to the lungs through chiropractic adjustment, many asthma suffers see drastic improvement.
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Why Working a Desk Job is Hazardous to Your Health
While most of us can recall the moment we receive an instantly painful injury (stubbing a toe, slipping on ice), those suffering from chronic pain have more difficulty pinpointing the exact cause of the discomfort.
What if I told you that two things you do on the daily might be causing your pain…two things totally unavoidable?
Believe it or not, sitting and standing can lead to a whole slew of ailments if your posture isn’t correctly aligned. If you are one of the millions of people who sit at a desk from 9 to 5, you may be damaging your whole body by sitting incorrectly.
I recently came across a great article that offers a visual explanation for how slouching and other posture issues can be deadly and felt inspired to touch on this in my blog. After all, sitting and standing are something most of us do each day!
First let’s address some of the most common issues that can result from bad posture:
Organ Damage
If you are sitting constantly, your muscles will naturally burn less fat and blood while flow more slowly through the body. This, in turn, can lead to fatty acids clogging the arteries of the heart over time, leading to heart disease. Additionally, your pancreas may become overproductive as a result of inactivity. That’s because insulin is released from the pancreas with the intent that it will be used as energy. When you are sitting for long periods of time, that energy isn’t being used. The pancreas than may overcompensate by producing more, thinking the body is not in motion because it does not have enough energy. Too much insulin production can of course lead to other health conditions including diabetes.
Back Problems
The spine is made to be flexible and move freely. Once this motion is neglected in the majority of daily activities, you may start to develop an inflexible spine. The soft disks (which are located between the vertebrae) absorb shock by expanding and contracting when we move around, similar to a sponge. The longer we become inactive, the soft disks lose their sponginess. Additionally, collagen can develop around ligaments and tendons supporting the body. These issues put you at higher risk for injuring your back during everyday tasks like washing the dishes, reaching for something on a top cabinet or tying your shoe laces.
Disk damage is another common problem caused by bad sitting posture. Inactivity puts you are an increased risk for a herniated disk.
Muscle Loss
This one is probably the most common issue we associate with inactivity but we have more to worry about here than pure vanity. Aside from losing muscle tone, you may experience a softening of the abdominal region, hip tightness and softened glutes. These issues can lead to further alignment problems since you don’t have a solid supporting base.
Additional dangers include soreness in the back and shoulders, neck strain and even difficulty concentrating due to lack of blood and oxygen being pumped throughout our bodies.
Now that you know the complications, here are some ideas for keeping your body healthy without having to quit your 9 to 5:
- Don’t cross your legs while sitting – this is a hard one for many to break the habit of but in correct posture you should have your ankles out in front of your needs and there should also be a gap between your chair and the back part of your knees.
- While standing your feet should be shoulder-width apart
- Keep your shoulders back and use your ab muscles to keep your belly from pushing out.
- Avoid walking on your heels, rather direct your weight to the balls of your feet.
- Try switching out your office chair with an exercise ball. This will help your abs stay engaged.
- Get up every hour or so and walk around, stretch…even do an exercise or two in order to get the blood flowing freely back to your brain.
- Don’t lean forward to get closer to your screen.
- Continue regular chiropractic appointments.
Do you have any of your own tips or techniques for staying healthy while working a desk job? We would love to hear it! Also, feel free to ask me about particular exercises you can do at home to keep your spine healthy.
- Sources:
1. Nicholos Chiropractic
2. Lifehack.org
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Debunking Myths: 6 False Chiropractic Claims You’ve Probably Heard
As with all areas of medicine, there will always be those who are for a practice and those opposed to a practice. This is nothing new. In fact, there have been debates regarding the handling of treatments since back in the days of widespread Chinese medicine and even more today as new health practices emerge.
I understand some people are scared to come in for their first adjustment. While I know that I am benefiting their health, not hurting it in any way, I don’t discount their fears. After all, I am continuously hearing new and different myths about adjustments and in an effort to highlight the truth about chiropractic care, I’ve decided to lay some of the most common myths to rest. I am always willing to answer any and all questions regarding what I do!
- MYTH: Getting adjusted is dangerous and painful
FACT: This is probably the most common objection people have when it comes to chiropractic care. Countless studies have shown that being adjusted is actually one of the least risky medical appointments you can go to. Of course it is necessary for you to be adjusted by a licensed chiropractor.One common commissioned study from the Ontario Ministry of Health released the following conclusion:“There is no clinical or case-control study that demonstrates or even implies that chiropractic spinal manipulation is unsafe in the treatment of low-back pain. Some medical treatments are equally safe, but others are unsafe and generate iatrogenic (doctor-induced) complications for low-back pain patients. Our reading of the literature suggests that chiropractic manipulation is safer than medical management of low-back pain.”
Many forms of pain management, including taking prescription painkillers, are associated with damage to internal organs and have a potential for reliance on the medication which could lead to abuse. Chiropractic care is a natural form of pain management and preventative care.
All doctors must pay for malpractice insurance but did you know that chiropractors are charged less than any other kind of doctor? That’s because there are far fewer lawsuits involving complications for chiropractic care.
- MYTH: Chiropractic appointments are not affordable
FACT: Insurance often covers appointments and research shows that those who receive consistent chiropractic care actually visit their physician for medical issues less frequently than their peers who do not get adjusted. In addition to seeing the doctor less often, many chiropractic patients also avoid having to take costly medications. They turn to adjustments for many of their ailments and therefore eliminate the need for expensive and often dangerous medications. - MYTH: If you get adjusted once you are locked in to getting adjusted forever
FACT: You are certainly under no obligation to continue seeing a chiropractor the rest of your life after an adjustment…however many patients feel so great that they do make chiropractic care a part of their life.I will of course make recommendations on the best course of treatment but you, as the patient, are always the one to make the decision. You can come in as often as you want or once a year if that is your preference. Frequent adjustments are often most beneficial but they are in no way mandatory. - MYTH: Chiropractors aren’t “real doctors”
FACT: I’ve heard this myth frequently and it couldn’t be any further from the truth. Often people question what they are not familiar with because it makes them apprehensive and that can lead to myths such as this one. Did you know that chiropractors require 2,887 education class hours while the typical medical doctor is only required to take 2,756 hours? Chiropractors are educated in the workings of the body and mind. The hours and education required are extensive and even pending graduation, a student must spend hundreds of hours in real clinic settings before being able to practice. - MYTH: The ‘popping’ sound comes from your bones rubbing together
FACT: Patients may hear a popping sound but this is simply caused by gases expanding in the joint space as it opens. Also, you may not hear anything during an adjustment. This simply depends what method is being used and your course of treatment. - MYTH: You should never get your children adjusted
FACT: Getting your infants and children adjusted is one of the best things you can do!Many are surprised to hear that I adjust babies. When you consider the trauma a tiny little body undergoes in the birthing process, it’s no surprise that the body requires alignment. The process is a safe one and of course the pressure used is adjusted for their tiny size. As a general rule of thumb, when adjusting a baby the amount of pressure is comparable to the pressure you could comfortably apply to your eyeball without causing pain.
Have you heard any other chiropractic myths that you would like debunked? Just let me know!
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How Your Infant Can Benefit From Chiropractic Care
If you are like most new or expectant mothers and fathers, the months spent ‘waiting for baby’ are filled with advice from friends and family, hours researching what to expect and, of course, lots of excitement!
Did you know that one of the most important things that you can do for your new baby is get him/her adjusted?
I know many people tend to shy away from the idea or perhaps reject it altogether saying things like “I don’t want to injure my baby,” or asking “How can a baby even have any back pain?” The answer is this: the birthing process is traumatic for newborns and their tiny bodies are often knocked out of proper alignment as a result. Many subluxations won’t present themselves as back pain, but will appear through other symptoms like difficulty sleeping, nursing or even colic.
Studies have demonstrated that 90% of all newborns suffer birth trauma along with strain to the neck and cranial areas. As a result, their joints may not be working properly (just the same as an adult who has suffered trauma to the body might experience).
Did you know that your baby’s first year of life will also be the period of time when the spine is lengthening nearly 50%?
With all this growing and shifting going on, you will want to help your baby stay healthy by making sure that he or she is properly aligned so that the spine can grow symmetrically. By getting adjusted, you will also help your baby develop a healthy nervous system. If the nervous system does have problems, the growth and development of the child can be permanently impacted.
Some of the most common ailments which are treated with chiropractic care include the following:
- Colic
- Difficulty Nursing
- Nerve Damage
- Fussiness
- Sleeping Issues
As children age, there are more conditions that are commonly treated with chiropractic care as well:
- Ear infections
- Bed Wetting
- Nervousness
- Headaches
- Sleep Problems
- Scoliosis
…and so many more!
If you are still concerned with the safety of chiropractic care for your child, consider the following fact – it’s estimated that only 1 of every 250 million pediatric chiropractic adjusts results in any adverse outcome. That is safer than most medical procedures and the benefits are plentiful. In fact, the CDC found that chiropractic care for children is the second most common form of alternative medicine for children.
Many times, regular chiropractic adjustments can result in less “fussiness,” improved reflux and even an improvement in colic. These issues are often tied to subluxations. For example, when a baby is fussy and has sleeping problems, there is likely a misalignment occurring at the top of the neck.
Another point to keep in mind is that pediatric chiropractic adjustments are not done with the same pressure as an adult adjustment. In general, the amount of pressure that will be applied to the joints of a newborn is comparable to the amount of pressure you can apply to your eye without pain.
It’s normal to be a bit apprehensive at the thought of anyone treating your baby but time and time again, chiropractic care proven to be a safe and effective way to treat the trauma of birth and the stress of growing rapidly.
If you would like to know more, feel free to contact me for a consultation!
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