The first year of life is a time of rapid growth and development. During this period, babies begin to develop essential motor patterns like lifting their head, rolling over, sitting, crawling, and eventually walking. These milestones contribute to the formation of the spine’s natural curves and are closely tied to the function of the nervous system, which coordinates all movement, balance, and internal regulation. Ensuring that the nervous system is functioning optimally to support a child’s ability to adapt, grow, and thrive.

Chiropractic care during infancy and childhood is focused on reducing stress and interference within the nervous system, supporting whole-body wellness. It is not about treating conditions; rather, it’s about promoting healthy development by enhancing the body’s ability to function as it was designed.

Sometimes, families seek chiropractic care when their child is experiencing specific challenges such as torticollis, colic, nursing difficulties, ear infections, digestive issues, developmental delays, scoliosis, or headaches. In these cases, chiropractors trained in pediatric care use age-appropriate techniques. Adjustments for infants and young children are incredibly gentle—often involving light fingertip pressure or the use of a low-force instrument like the Activator—and are tailored to the child’s age, size, and developmental stage.

For those interested in learning more about the safety, efficacy, and benefits of chiropractic care for children, we highly recommend visiting the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA) website at www.icpa4kids.org. There, you’ll find a wealth of peer-reviewed research, educational resources, and answers to common questions about chiropractic care for the pediatric population.