What is Chiropractic Care?
Chiropractic care is a natural treatment method for a range of physical ailments and injuries. Many people, including children, visit a chiropractor regularly for wellness care and alternative treatment for persistent musculoskeletal disorders.
Chiropractic treatment is characterized by manual manipulation of the musculoskeletal system, including the spine, joints, and soft tissues. In most cases, the first focus of a chiropractic practitioner will be on correcting spinal misalignments and restoring the natural alignment of the spinal column,
When Do Kids Need Upper Cervical Chiropractic Care?
As a safe, drug-free, non-invasive treatment, chiropractic care is a valuable addition to the routine healthcare schedule of children. It can help prevent and relieve a wide range of conditions, including back pain, neck pain, headaches, and generalized muscle soreness.
What’s more, chiropractic care can also serve as a targeted intervention for specific health issues. If your kid is exhibiting postural problems or frequently complaining of back pain and/or muscle strain, a visit to a chiropractor may be just the thing they need. Depending on the underlying cause of the issue, chiropractic care can be an effective treatment for symptom relief and prevention of future issues.
How the Upper Cervical Spine Affects Health
The spine is the foundation of the body. The upper cervical spine not only protects the spinal cord and nerve roots but also supports and protects the head carriage and skull.
For this reason, it’s crucial that this region of the spine remains as structurally strong and resilient as possible, this is especially true during a child’s early developmental years. In addition to healthy postural habits and an active lifestyle, the most effective way to prevent vertebral misalignments from interfering with your child’s development is through regular chiropractic check-ups.
How Our Chiropractic Treatment Works
At Los Angeles Upper Cervical, we aim are to reduce the pain and discomfort associated with vertebral imbalances, restore the natural alignment of the spine, and improve overall well-being.
Whether your child is experiencing pain, stiffness, or discomfort, our first step will be to identify whether the underlying cause is related to a misalignment in the upper cervical spine. To do so, our expert chiropractor, Dr. Bello, will use non-invasive diagnostic tools, including digital X-rays and cone-beam computed tomography scans, to precisely map out the angle and location of any misalignments.
If a misalignment is detected, Dr. Bello will perform a series of painless chiropractic adjustments to correct the misaligned vertebra. These adjustments are delivered to the upper cervical spine through a series of hand-applied, low-force techniques. At no point in this process will your child experience discomfort or pain.
If you’re looking for a natural treatment to improve your child’s well-being, Dr. Bello can help. He provides upper cervical chiropractic care for patients in Brentwood, West Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Marina Del Rey, Culver City, Santa Monica, Westwood, and the surrounding areas.