If you’re a parent, then you can probably attest to that fact that kids grow rapidly. Children experience the most change during their first 10 years of life. This is a time for extraordinary neuromuscular and physiological development, and at Chislehurst Chiropractic we want to ensure that your children’s health is taken care of.
We believe that children benefit from regular chiropractic check-ups and potential adjustments. So if you take your child regularly to the optician and dentist, then why not a chiropractor too?
Here are a few benefits of chiropractic care for your child:
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Prevention
Even from a very young age, children put a lot of pressure on their spines. Think about how many times they fall onto their bottom when learning to walk or in the playground. By paying us a visit early in your child’s life, we can prevent the onset of many of these developmental issues. It never hurts to have a check-up. You also want a child’s movement to be symmetrical or even. Recurrent habits or childhood accidents and traumas can lead to spinal and joint imbalances that if not corrected may cause problems of pain in the future when they’re older.
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Full Body Wellness
The great thing about chiropractic care is that we don’t simply treat one condition. If your child is visiting us for a specific issue, you can be assured that we will examine other areas of their health to find the root cause. Chiropractic care is about understanding how the entire body works together to achieve full body wellness.
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It’s More Than Just Physical Health
Although many assume that chiropractic care is about their physical well-being, there are many behavioral and mental benefits that can come a healthy nervous system. Many children report sleeping better, having more energy or concentration at school. The easier the brain is able to function and run the correct signals up and down the body the more relaxed and calm the whole body system is.
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Encourages Good Habits
Receiving chiropractic care also encourages children to adopt better postural habits. This can be a major issue as your child grows into their adolescent years, where they’ll spend many hours hunched over a desk or at a computer learning and doing homework. Having good posture can prevent back pain as well as promote a healthy environment for your body to grow.
If you have any more questions about chiropractic care for children, or wish to book an appointment please give us a call at 0208-295-1733.
