Babies, Colic and Chiropractic Care
Treating Colic with Chiropractic Care. What is Colic?
The primary marker of a colicky baby is intense crying episodes. Your otherwise healthy, well-fed baby may be diagnosed with colic if he or she fits what many doctors call the
"Rule of 3s":
👶 A loud, piercing cry that begins around 3 weeks old
👶 Lasts more than 3 hours a day
👶 Occurs more than 3 days a week
👶 Continues for over 3 weeks
What Causes Colic❓
No one knows exactly what causes colic. However, many authorities in health think colic originates in the gut. The term "colic" came from the Greek word "kolikos" which means "suffering in the colon." ⚠️ Signs Your Baby is Colicky
1️⃣ They cry suddenly and intensely for no reason.
2️⃣ You may also notice a change in the infant’s posture.
3️⃣ Colicky babies don’t sleep well.
4️⃣ The baby feeds irregularly though they usually have no appetite issues.
5️⃣ During those intense crying episodes, the baby often passes wind.
Chiropractic and Colic
✅ Chiropractic helps with colic by removing the misalignment in the spine (subluxation); therefore, improving the function of the nervous system of the baby. There is research that supports chiropractic care and the relief of colic symptoms. A study published in the Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics demonstrated a significant improvement in colic from chiropractic care.
🎯 Based on parent reporting, the three-month-long study showed that there was a positive improvement in 94% of the cases.
🎯 Another study published in the same journal saw a 67% decrease in crying for babies who were treated with chiropractic, versus a 38% decrease in crying for babies treated with the anti-gas medication.
See the research here: Chiropractic Care and Colic