Chiropractic Care for Kids with Developmental Delays

Around 17% of children have a developmental delay. This can be scary for parents, and it can be overwhelming to know how to proceed after discovering a developmental delay. These delays sometimes indicate an underlying condition, such as ADD, dyslexia, dyspraxia, or autism. Usually, these present at a young age (5 and under) with either a lack of motor skills, speech issues, or behavioral issues. Studies have shown that chiropractic care can benefit children with developmental delays. Many people think of chiropractic care as only being beneficial for back pain. However, it can help improve the quality of life for children and adults with a wide variety of issues, including developmental delays.

Cause of Developmental Delays

A multitude of underlying issues can cause a developmental delay, but for many, the primary cause is associated with spinal misalignments.  These occur when the vertebrae of the spine are  shifted or twisted even a microscopic amount. When the spine is properly aligned, it allows for the brain and the rest of the body to communicate without interference. When the spine is misaligned and interference is present, our bodies will display that interruption in communication through dysfunction of various bodily systems. Dr. Thomas Keogh at Bare Chiropractic uses gentle and safe adjustments to restore the alignment of the spine to help improve developmental delays in children.

How Can Chiropractic Care Help?

Chiropractic care may not be the first thing parents think of when they look for support for their children, but it can be very beneficial. For some parents, pediatric chiropractic care can seem unsafe or scary. But chiropractic adjustments are extremely gentle, very safe, and quite efficient in resolving your child’s health problems. Dr. Thomas Keogh at Bare Chiropractic will correct any misalignment with precise and specific adjustments to restore nerve communication and ensure that the body can function without any interruptions between its systems. This will allow your child to concentrate better and have improved health and wellness.

Studies Show Chiropractic Care Can help

Many studies have shown that chiropractic care is not only safe but also very effective for children with developmental delays. One case showed a 4-year-old boy who presented with fine motor skills and speech delays. He was able to form some sounds and minimal words. After just 4 months of regular chiropractic care, his vocabulary increased greatly to over several hundred words. Additional studies of children ages 6 to 13 have shown a decrease in developmental delays as well as overall improvement in general health and wellness after receiving chiropractic care.

In addition to helping with developmental delays, pediatric chiropractic can help with a number of other issues and concerns. Children dealing with bedwetting, ear infections, scoliosis, behavioral issues, sleep disturbances, digestive troubles, and more can also experience the great benefits of chiropractic care. To learn more about pediatric chiropractic and how Dr. Thomas at Bare Chiropractic in Billings can help you and your family, contact us today and schedule a consultation.

Sources

Cuthbert, SC., Barras, M. “Developmental delay syndromes: psychometric testing before and after chiropractic treatment of 157 children.” Journal of Manipulative Physiological Therapy, 2009 Oct; 32(8):660-9. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19836603.

Troy, J., Dennis, T., Cade, A. “Developmental advancements following chiropractic care in a four-year-old child with dyspraxia and associated developmental delays: A case report.” Journal of Clinical Chiropractic Pediatrics, 15(1). http://jccponline.com/developmental-advancements.html.