chiropractic care and colic

True colic is typically characterized by a pattern of crying that occurs for a duration of three hours, on three separate days, over the course of three weeks. Fussiness can manifest at varying degrees, often emerging shortly after birth or more commonly, between three to six weeks of age. Recent research suggests that colic may have more of a neurological basis rather than being solely attributed to a digestive system issue.
The process of childbirth itself can sometimes result in minor tension in the baby's spine, which in turn can agitate the nerves connected to the developing digestive system. When these nerves become irritated, it can lead to a less efficient functioning of the digestive system, resulting in symptoms such as increased gas, projectile spit-ups, difficulty passing stools, the presence of green-colored stools, and, naturally, heightened fussiness in the baby.

Colic impacts as many as 40% of children worldwide. Chiropractic care is a safe and effective option even for the youngest members of our society. In a study, researchers demonstrated that infants who underwent chiropractic care experienced a significant reduction in their crying duration, with their crying time decreasing by 50%. Chiropractors tailor their techniques to match the age, anatomy, and physiology of the individual. The methods employed by chiropractors for adjusting infants differ significantly from those used for adults.

Parents of colicky infants should consider exploring chiropractic care as it has the potential to bring about meaningful improvements for both the baby and their family.

Research findings indicate that Chiropractic care can lead to a swift resolution of infantile colic in as many as 94% of cases. Here's why it's effective:

Chiropractors are highly skilled in detecting and addressing spinal subluxations in your child. This approach is both safe and gentle, providing an effective means to alleviate the symptoms associated with infantile colic.

By correcting spinal dysfunction, the irritation to your child's nervous system is reduced, enabling the resolution of colic symptoms in an otherwise healthy infant.

In addition to spinal adjustments, your chiropractor can offer valuable guidance on matters such as nutrition, supplementation, and infant ergonomics, all of which play a role in supporting your child's growing body.

It's important to note that chiropractors focus on addressing the root cause of your baby's colic, rather than merely treating the symptoms.
Today's chiropractic adjustments are a natural and safe option, even when it comes to caring for infants.

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