How Chiropractic Care for Kids and Teens in London Ontario Supports Child Development
Just as in adults, a child’s nervous system is the master controller and regulator of all the other systems in their growing body. From blood flow, to brain function and bone growth, the nervous system plays a key role in keeping things working and healthy. Stress and misalignments or subluxations of the spine can have a significant impact on your child’s overall health, behaviour, growth and development. At LifeHouse Chiropractic, we offer chiropractic care for kids and teens in London Ontario that addresses stress and subluxations and that works to correct underlying issues before they become hard-wired during development, providing support for a healthier and happier childhood.
Why Chiropractic Care for Kids and Teens in London Ontario is Essential
It may be difficult to understand why a child would need chiropractic care. They are young, they rarely complain of chronic pain the way grown-ups do and their bodies seem to be resilient after a fall or injury. Children often do not express clear pain signals. Instead, such discomfort might appear as behavioral changes, grumpiness, unexplained crying, digestive issues, bed-wetting or sleeping challenges. These may be signs that they have an underlying issue with their spinal health. The truth is, a child’s body is under a lot of stress while they are in a state of development; therefore, keeping them healthy requires chiropractic care.
The birthing process, while natural, can be quite stressful for the newborn and could potentially compromise their spine and nervous system. During labour and delivery, the intense pressure involved in both vaginal and Caesarean births can lead to spinal tension or, what chiropractors call subluxation. Interventions such as the use of forceps or vacuum extractions can exert additional pressure on the newborn’s head and spine. While sometimes deemed necessary, these interventions can lead to subluxations in the newborn’s fragile spine. Subluxations disrupt normal nerve function and impair the body’s communication pathways between the brain and body.
As babies continue throughout infancy, they may sleep in awkward positions, fall over when learning to sit, etc. As children grow into toddlers, while learning to crawl and walk, they can twist and fall. Fortunately, children are resilient and can withstand a lot of bumps and impacts, but it is not uncommon for these injuries to develop into patterns of movement that will interfere with optimal function over time.
As they grow into tweens and teenagers, they may start to develop bad posture, sitting in a desk for longer periods of the day, sitting in front of a computer or TV and looking down at screens can have serious effects on their spine. Playing sports and wearing heavy backpacks can also stress their spines and bodies.
There are so many ways throughout development for a child’s body, and especially their spine, to become out of alignment or subluxated which will affect their nervous system function and development.
This can result in immediate issues such as feeding difficulties and irritability, as well as longer-term health concerns like respiratory problems and sleep disturbances. Chiropractic care aims to gently correct these subluxations, enhancing the body’s ability to achieve optimal health and development from the very beginning.
As your child grows, every step of their development is important. As the chiropractor at LifeHouse Chiropractic in London, Ontario, I understand that the regulation of your child’s nervous system is foundational in their overall health.
The nervous system is responsible for all communication within the body, acting as a complex network of nerves and cells that carries messages between the brain and every part of the body, muscle, organs and cells. It is central to how the body functions as a whole, and influences everything from immune response and hormonal balance to coordination and focus. The nervous system also controls digestion, cardiovascular health and respiratory functions.
The nervous system transmits signals at incredible speeds, which ensures that the body responds and adapts to both internal and external environments, maintaining overall health and well-being. Since the nervous system is protected by the spinal column as it travels through the spinal canal, it is important that the spine is well aligned and there is no interference to this elaborate communication system.
Chiropractic focuses on ensuring that the nervous system is working unobstructed so all the other systems can work optimally. These subtle yet significant misalignments can affect other vital functions of their nervous system, which is crucial for their development. At LifeHouse, our chiropractic care for kids and teens in London Ontario helps correct these misalignments early, supporting optimal development.
Benefits of Chiropractic Care for Kids and Teens on London Ontario:
When the nervous system is cleared of subluxations through chiropractic care, children can express optimal health. When children and teens have regulated nervous systems they might experience:
- Improved behavior and mood stability.
- Enhanced sleep patterns.
- Reduction in allergy and asthma symptoms.
- Better posture and physical function.
- Overall increased well-being and vitality.
- Better digestion and easier bowel movements.
- Less ear infections.
- Improvement in behavioural issues.
- More calm.
- Reaching milestones.
- Better athleticism.
- Faster recovery from injury.
What to Expect from Chiropractic Care for Kids at LifeHouse Chiropractic
At LifeHouse Chiropractic in London, Ontario, chiropractic care for a child or teen begins with a thorough assessment. Even if your child is too young or too shy to verbalize what’s going on and how they feel, I have the skills and tools to investigate what is going on with your child’s spine and nervous system.
I will talk to you, the parent, about your child’s behaviour, how and when they reached developmental milestones. I will use visualization and a hands on assessment, as well as use other scanning instruments to see if there is a problem and where it is. Following the assessment, gentle, non-invasive adjustments are then made to the child’s spine. Often babies and children become relaxed following their care.
From infancy through the teenage years, our chiropractic services are tailored to meet the needs of growing bodies. Whether it’s the impact of a heavy backpack, sports activities or prolonged sitting in front of a computer, I am trained to identify and address the unique challenges faced by each age group.
Setting Up Your Family for Success with Chiropractic Care for Kids and Teens in London Ontario
Every parent wants to give their child the best start in life. At LifeHouse Chiropractic, we are committed to providing care that supports your child’s health and development. Our team is passionate about how to take care of the most precious thing in the world to you, your child. I am specifically trained in pediatric care, ensuring that your child achieves optimal health, reaches every developmental milestone with ease and gets the best start to life.
As your child grows, regular chiropractic care for kids and teens in London Ontario supports their health. Whether it’s recovery from injury or improving posture, our care ensures they reach developmental milestones with ease.
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