CHILDHOOD CONDITIONS

When an infant comes into the world, even during natural childbirth, pressure can be put on the neck and head, resulting in a misalignment. The risks are compounded when there are complications that result in a difficult childbirth or if instruments are used to help extract the baby from the birthing canal. We have treated many young children who have experienced conditions when starting life with an upper cervical misalignment to include:

As Kids GROWS, ACCIDENTS AND INJURIES HAPPEN:

Kids will be kids, and that can mean injuries around the house or on the playground. While kids are pretty resilient, an underlying misalignment could occur and lead to future problems. Thus, it is important to have the upper cervical spine checked following any sort of head or neck trauma, even if your child doesn’t seem to have any neck pain. They also love to play sports in school, and they don’t want to be benched for a minor injury. However, it is important to examine the upper cervical spine when a head or neck injury occurs, especially in a contact sport. Many children we have seen experience the following conditions following an accident/injury:

Pierce Clinic specializes in Advanced Orthogonal Chiropractic (AdvO) care. This upper cervical chiropractic technique offers a precise, gentle adjustment of the first vertebrae (C1) that does NOT involve any popping or twisting. It is non-invasive and painless so parents need not worry about risk of injury. The highly trained doctors at Pierce Clinic can examine your child to determine if there is any nerve interference that is, or will cause, future problems for your child. Early correction is the best preventative measure to ensure your child’s health for today and for years to come.