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Disorders of the musculoskeletal and nervous systems effects your child’s overall well-being. Whether you have a toddler or high school athlete, help your kids stay active and pain free with the following tips from our chiropractors.
Help your child stay active, aligned, and pain-free. Explore TrueCare’s expert chiropractic services designed to support healthy growth and movement.
Is Chiropractic Care Safe for Children?
Discuss the safety of chiropractic care for kids, highlighting that it is widely practiced as a complementary treatment. Include the stat that 14% of chiropractic patients are under 18, showing its growing acceptance as part of children’s wellness routines (source). Mention that the risk of adverse events is minimal, with only three minor incidents reported per 5,438 visits (source). Reinforce that choosing licensed and experienced chiropractors minimizes risks further.
Why Chiropractic Care is Beneficial for Kids
Highlight that chiropractic care provides age-appropriate solutions for posture correction, injury prevention, and managing discomfort from growth spurts. Emphasize that each life stage benefits differently from chiropractic care.
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Include a link to Chiropractor and acupuncture to explore how these therapies complement each other for children with postural issues or sports injuries.
Infants and Toddlers
Explain how gentle chiropractic adjustments can support infants and toddlers by alleviating discomfort caused by colic, reflux, or limited mobility from spending too much time in car seats or swings. Highlight the role of chiropractic care in improving sleep quality and easing digestion issues during early development.
Incorporate the following tip:
- Limit a child’s time in a car seat or swing to 2 hours per 24-hour period to avoid pain and discomfort.
Young Children
Describe how chiropractic care benefits young children by supporting healthy posture and preventing early musculoskeletal issues, such as tech neck, caused by screen time. Mention that routine adjustments promote mobility and prevent pain that could limit physical activities. Highlight the importance of chiropractic care in improving spinal health and preventing strain from heavy backpacks.
Incorporate the following tip:
- A child’s backpack should not weigh more than 10-15% of their total body weight.
Tweens
Address how chiropractic adjustments help tweens manage postural challenges like tech neck. Explain the growing strain on children’s spines due to the frequent use of mobile devices and highlight the importance of chiropractic care in reducing neck pain and maintaining good alignment.
Incorporate the following tip:
- Encourage children to keep devices at eye level to avoid tech neck, as looking down adds 50-60 lbs of pressure on the neck.
Teens and Young Athletes
Explain how regular chiropractic care helps prevent and manage injuries, improve flexibility, and maintain mobility. Mention that chiropractic care ensures teens remain active and injury-free as they participate in sports and physical activities.
Incorporate the following tip:
- Girls can grow until age 18, and boys can continue growing until age 21, making routine chiropractic care essential during these peak developmental years.
Consult with a pediatrician at TrueCare to explore the best chiropractic options and techniques tailored to your child’s unique needs and development.
Signs Your Child May Need Chiropractic Care
Answer common parent questions, such as “How do I know if my child needs chiropractic care?” Offer practical advice on recognizing signs and symptoms that indicate chiropractic care may be beneficial.
- Persistent neck or back pain
- Poor posture or visible misalignment in the spine
- Injuries from sports or other activities
- Behavioral changes related to discomfort, such as trouble sleeping or irritability
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Get Started with Pediatric Chiropractic Care at TrueCare
Take the first step toward better health for your child. Schedule a consultation with a pediatric chiropractor at TrueCare today.
