Chiropractic Care For Ear Infections: How It Can Benefit Your Child
Does your child constantly complain about ringing in their ears? Are they experiencing hearing issues?
All these are signs parents should watch out for. Commonly called an ear infection, otitis media (OM) is sadly, prevalent in kids in the United States. This condition has continued to increase among pre-school children and older.
What Are The Symptoms?
Your child might be indicating that they are suffering from OM. The most common symptoms of this ear infection are:
- Fluid accumulation in the ear
- Fever
- Loss of appetite
- Discomfort in the area surrounding the ear
- Difficulty hearing
- Dizziness
- Balance problems
- Pressure buildup in the ear
What Causes Ear Infection?
One of the main reasons most children visit a chiropractor is ear pain. The most common cause of OM is natural as a child’s ear tubes are angled less steeply than those of adults. Misalignments in their cervical vertebrae can lead to blockage of the main auditory (Eustachian) tube.
Your child may experience earaches because of the spread of bacteria or virus in the fluid buildup in this blocked tube. This is where chiropractors come in. Chiropractic adjustments help realign these vertebrae so the ear fluid flow goes back in place.
Chiropractic Care—The Best Treatment!
According to a study published by the Journal of Clinical Chiropractic Pediatrics there is a strong positive correlation between chiropractic care and ear infection treatment.
This study examined 332 children with chronic ear infections ranging from 27 days to 5 years old. The results revealed that within the six-month period after the initial visit, nearly 80% of the children did not experience another case of OM.
Visit A Chiropractor
If you think your little one is suffering from an ear infection, consider visiting a chiropractic doctor with experience in treating kids.
We have a team of expert chiropractic doctors who will examine your child’s condition and determine how best to proceed with the chiropractic treatment.
Our services include vibration therapy to treat lower back pain and joint pain, vibracusser therapy to relieve muscle aches, aqua massage therapy to treat stiff joints and scar tissue and more.
If you’re in Shelbyville, KY give us a call at 502-633-1073 to get effective pain treatment and Louisville chiropractor massage therapy to lead a healthier life.
