Growing cases of low back pain in children – Chiropractic can help

Till past few years, low back pain was considered to be a problem affecting only the elderly people. However, in recent years low back pain in children has become a growing concern among doctors.

Children keep growing till late adolescence and so is their skeletal structure. One of the major reasons for growing cases of low back pain in children is the backpack they carry on their way to school. These backpacks are reasonably heavy and can even lead to life-long low back pain. Poor postures, misalignment of vertebrae, accidents, stress and sport injuries are some of the factors due to which low back pain cases in children is skyrocketing. Research says low back pain in children in between age 11-18 can result in sever psychological and emotional imbalance. Therefore, low back pain among children is a serious concern that needs attention of parents and medical professionals as well.

Chiropractic treatment is a highly effective way for treating low back pain without any surgery or medication. Chiropractors believe on the theory that “Proper alignment of body spinal structure will enable the body to heal itself without any need for surgery or medication.” Misalignment of spinal vertebrae in an adult or in a child is known as vertebral subluxation. It can lead to various kinds of body aches when left untreated. But, professional chiropractic doctors can alleviate it with great success. Chiropractic provides you relief from back pain by restoring mobility to joints which are restricted by tissue injury that can be caused by any traumatic event, stress or sitting without proper back support.

Dr. Steven Read, clinic director of Ortega Chiropractic Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida said “I treat many kids in my practice and a common theme is poor posture due to bad habits and over loaded back packs.”

“Chiropractic offers a gentle and effective treatment for low back pain. Early diagnosis is the key to early cure and the wise thing to do is to seek early and preventive chiropractic care for your children. You can bring your children to of Ortega Chiropractic Clinic in Jacksonville for free check-up “Dr Steven added.

Chiropractic provides effective, natural and drug-free relief from low back pain regardless of the cause for pain. So, if your child complains of low back pain or if you notice any other symptoms like difference in his way of walking, sitting or if he has suffered any sports injury, do not ignore these symptoms. Start early treatment by contacting nearest chiropractic care doctor today and gift your child a problem free health.

Author: Dr. Steven Read is a 1988 graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic. He has been practicing in Jacksonville, FL for over 20 years. He is the clinic director for Ortega Chiropractic and Medical Rehab.