How Pediatric Chiropractors Aid With Sensory Processing
Pediatric Chiropractor for Sensory Processing
Left without care, sensory processing issues can limit a child’s ability to lead a healthy, joyful life. Previously, there were not many options for children with a sensory processing disorder, but chiropractic care shows promising results for helping a range of issues.
If you suspect your child is struggling, it’s never too early to seek care. In addition to caring for patients with sensory processing issues, a baby chiropractor can help alleviate symptoms and provide relief for many other common postpartum health issues, such as ear infections, anxiety, colic, and bedwetting.
Chiropractic care offers a unique, complementary approach to supporting children with SPD by focusing on the integrity of the nervous system. As pediatric chiropractors, we aim to reduce interference and optimize the nervous system’s ability to process information. Our experts at Restore Chiropractic are here to explain more about how our pediatric chiropractor services can improve the health of your child’s life.
What Is Sensory Processing Disorder?
Sensory processing disorder (SPD) occurs when the brain is unable to properly send and receive information, such as taste, touch, smell, vision, and sound. SPD impacts the vestibular system, which spreads throughout the base of the brain, spine, and inner ear. Children with SPD may report feelings of anxiousness, depression, and fear.
Sensory Processing Disorder Care Options
It is recommended to try a holistic approach first, such as chiropractic services. However, there are additional care options for SPD that include prescribed medications and therapy. A baby chiropractor can help relieve sensory processing issues with gentle chiropractic adjustments that target the peripheral vestibular system.
Let’s take a look at how chiropractic care can help children with sensory processing challenges.
Enhance Nervous System Regulation and Communication
The spine houses the central nervous system, and misalignments can interfere with the signals traveling between the brain and the body. This can essentially cause “static” on the communication pathways.
Gentle and specific pediatric adjustments aim to correct these spinal misalignments, which may reduce the physical stress and “noise” on the nervous system, allowing the brain to receive and process sensory information more efficiently.
In addition, many children with SPD are stuck in a hyper-aroused state, known as the “fight-or-flight” response. Chiropractic adjustments may help shift the nervous system toward the “rest and digest” state, which promotes an overall feeling of calmness, making it easier for the child to handle daily sensory challenges.
Improve Sensory Integration and Proprioception
Sensory integration is the ability to organize sensory information for use. Proprioception is the body’s sense of its position and movement in space. Subluxations in the spine can disrupt proprioceptive input. By restoring healthy motion to the joints, the body sends clearer feedback to the brain about where it is and what it is doing. This improved body awareness can help children who struggle with:
When the nervous system is better regulated, the brain may become less reactive to overwhelming stimuli.
Supporting Emotional Regulation and Focus
The ability to self-regulate emotions and focus attention is closely tied to the nervous system's processing of internal and external stressors. By reducing chronic neurological stress, the child may find it easier to stay calm and engaged, which can translate to:
Benefits of Pediatric Chiropractors
By helping reduce tension in the nervous system, chiropractors can ease neural stress and improve sensory processing.
Identifying the source of neurological stress is critical to improving sensory processing challenges. Pediatric chiropractors utilize adjustments, advanced techniques, and innovative technology to help improve neurological function by strengthening the relationship between the brain and spinal cord. Restore Chiropractic has proven results showing improved health in children through chiropractic services. See our testimonials here!
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Affordable family chiropractic plans
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Proven expertise in improving sensory processing in children
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Local expertise in cutting-edge chiropractic techniques
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Financing options
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Restore Chiropractic provides comprehensive chiropractic services for prenatal, pediatric, and whole families. Call us today at 612-516-3090 or book an appointment online.