Chiropractic Treatment for ADHD? UPDATE!

[FayeW]

Then I would consult a pediatric orthopedist.

I have never heard of a pediatric orthopedist. Besides, she is nearly 14. Nearly fully matured, physically. Why would she need a pediatric anything?

Anyway, I am very happy with our chiropractor so I am sure he will treat the curvature just fine.

 

[DawnCt1]

I have never heard of a pediatric orthopedist. Besides, she is nearly 14. Nearly fully matured, physically. Why would she need a pediatric anything?

Anyway, I am very happy with our chiropractor so I am sure he will treat the curvature just fine.

"Pediatric anythings" treat children until they are 18. We have pediatric orthopedists in the USA. I am sure that you do in Canada as well. While she may appear to be fully matured, physically, she may have not stopped growing completely. Pre teens and teens are checked through out their school years for scoliosis, something that, if it required treatment, I would consult a ped. orth.

 

[ckmommy]

I was not going to post a reply, but I cannot help myself. I had a chiropractor come to a meeting I was attending and give us (all moms) a lesson on what he practices and why his methods are better that a regular MD--specifically on vaccines and how terrible they are. I ended up having to leave part way through the message because I cauld not take it anymore--i was ready to punch the guy!

He pretty much said that:

--woman that have c-sections should have gone to his practice because he could have avoided them having the section
--all vaccines are bad--those that have given our children vaccine are going to be sorry
--all ear infections can be cured with an "adjustment" or several a week.
--any pain reliever or fever medicaine should be banned
--those people that have cancer will have a higher survival rate if they see him
--he would rather his child get cervical cancer than a vaccine to prevent it and he knows she will not get cervical cancer because he has "taught" her what not to do to get HPV--what causes cervical cancer
--all babies should have their c1 c2 neck bones (?) adjusted before they leave the hospital
--one adjustment will help ADHD, Autism, and several other. To keep them cured or helped, you would need to be adjusted 2-3x a week
--he also said something about curing AIDS, but I was walking out at the time mumbling about why he was not in Africa curing all those over there that had AIDS

I am sure there was a ton more, but this is what I remember. At $50-$75 each time he saw a person time at least 2 times a week, I felt this guy was trying to make a whole bunch of money!!

I do not know if anything he said was true, but there has to be a reason why Chiroprators are not Medical Doctors??


Good luck with whatever you choose OP.

 

[FayeW]

Well, there are certainly quacks in every profession. The first clue that he was a quack was when he was claiming to be able to "cure" anything. Adjusting babies after a regular birth doesn't seem like a bad idea to me. They just squeezed their 7, 8, or 9lb+ body through a 10 cm birth canal. Sometimes shoulders are dislocated, collarbones broken, etc.

 

[Mahnahmahnah]

Well, there are certainly quacks in every profession. The first clue that he was a quack was when he was claiming to be able to "cure" anything. Adjusting babies after a regular birth doesn't seem like a bad idea to me. They just squeezed their 7, 8, or 9lb+ body through a 10 cm birth canal. Sometimes shoulders are dislocated, collarbones broken, etc.

I agree with this. People who get soured to the idea of chiropractic will not be swayed. It's usually the quacks fault. Not all are like this.

My friend adjusted his own DD after she was born and has not been sick at all. Occasional stomach bugs yes, but she has never had an ear infection, which is so common now. She's now four.

You do what you feel is right.

 

[rie'smom]

I'd definitely give it a try. In fact, I'm going to contact our chiropractor and ask him about it for our daughter. She's on Vyvanse but if I can find a way to help her w/out meds, I will.

 

[aprilgail2]

I was not going to post a reply, but I cannot help myself. I had a chiropractor come to a meeting I was attending and give us (all moms) a lesson on what he practices and why his methods are better that a regular MD--specifically on vaccines and how terrible they are. I ended up having to leave part way through the message because I cauld not take it anymore--i was ready to punch the guy!

I do not know if anything he said was true, but there has to be a reason why Chiroprators are not Medical Doctors??


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I had a chiropractor tell me that he could cure my godsons cancer and that he didn't have to go through all that chemo-it was unnecessary. Yea- thats someone I would trust!!

 

[Mermaid02]

I have never heard of a pediatric orthopedist. Besides, she is nearly 14. Nearly fully matured, physically. Why would she need a pediatric anything?

Anyway, I am very happy with our chiropractor so I am sure he will treat the curvature just fine.

If you have never heard of a pediatric orthopaedist you have not delved into the medical community very much. A 14 year old may still be growing and a children's bone specialist (pediatric orthopaedist) would be just the place to start.

 

[Disney Doll]

Chiropractors, like any other health care specialty, have good and bad in their specialty. In 25 years of nursing, I have encountered many bad doctors, and yet, every chiropractor I have ever encountered (and there have been several) has been very good and helpful.

A good chiropractor will not tell you he can "cure" anything...what he will tell you is that his treatment will be an adjunct or support to other therapies, and may increase the effectiveness of them. Which pretty much sounds like what yours is saying OP.

Doctors generally don't like adjunct therapists like chiropractors because they may take away from a patient's need to visit a doctor...hits them in the pocketbook, if you KWIM. Yet another reason why I love my own MD...he has no problem with exploring anything that might help one of his patients.

My personal experience with chiropractors has been very good. Again, like with any medical professional, you have to choose carefully.

 

[FayeW]

If you have never heard of a pediatric orthopaedist you have not delved into the medical community very much. A 14 year old may still be growing and a children's bone specialist (pediatric orthopaedist) would be just the place to start.

I have never had a need to "delve into the medical community very much". Our GP, dentist and now chiropractor have taken care of our needs. We have received referrals to any specialists we needed from our GP when required.

 

[Rora]

There are some scammers in the Chiropractic business that just want your money but I believe there are scammers in every business. Get used to it. If I got a dollar for every time I wanted to punch a professional, I'd be rich.

Faye- all of the things you are saying are very true. Your chiro sounds like he is being honest and is giving you all the factual information. Trust me, if he was trying to get your money, he'd be using a different approach. Again, I hope you take your DD to him just to see if it helps with her overall wellbeing. Again, if you have any questions, don't hesitate to PM me!!

 

[Mermaid02]

I have never had a need to "delve into the medical community very much". Our GP, dentist and now chiropractor have taken care of our needs. We have received referrals to any specialists we needed from our GP when required.

Is your GP aware of what your chiropractor has to say about your dd and her ADHD?

 

[bumbershoot]

My 13 yr old daughter has ADHD. My son and I both see a chiropractor and my daughter recently began complaining of having a sore back (after we got her a new bed/mattress). I took her to my chiropractor for an xray/exam which revealed that she has fairly severe problems with her neck. The doctor told me that because the area that is effected is at the top of her spinal column/brain stem area it is highly possible that the corrective treatement will help with her concentration and focus. He said "usually I look at the xrays and I think that possible treatment will help. Rarely have I seen anything as black and white as this".

I am really hopeful that the adjustments will help with her sleep and anxiety issues. I would like her to be able to not have to rely on her medication to thrive.

Has anyone used chiropractic adjustments as part of their ADHD child's wellness plan?

I know that when I first started under really good chiro care (once I was in chiropractic school, basically) I noticed changes in my awareness and my calm level. I could sometimes tell that I needed a visit b/c of the way my brain got jumpy and I couldn't focus on my schoolwork.

When I got under Network Spinal Analysis care, which is officially a group of chiropractic techniques and a way of addressing the spine if that makes sense, I found that the emotional and mental differences before and after (and during) an adjustment were incredible.

So while I haven't read any studies about it (ADHD wasn't even a blip on my radar in the early to mid 90s when I was in chiro school), I wouldn't doubt that it could make a difference.

There's no downside to trying it, so I would give it a good chance!

 

[FayeW]

Is your GP aware of what your chiropractor has to say about your dd and her ADHD?

No, I haven't been in to see my GP in months. Last time we went, we weren't going to the chiropractor. My son and I started going in May.

 

[ukwildcat]

I generally don't give advice on these boards about healthcare, but I guess I'm about to make an exception.

I'm a chiropractor, strictly musculoskeletal. I look at what I do as more or less rehabilitation. I have treatment plans, and release patients following those plans. Generally a course of treatment is no longer than 2 weeks (or 6 treatments).

I've never seen any research that correlates ADHD to the cervical spine. That being said, stranger things have happened. Generally, if you think something is going to work, it probably will. It happens with placebos all the time. I'm not calling chiropractic a placebo. I hope you get the drift.

Are there side effects to cervical spine manipulation? Of course there are. They are rare, but they are nonetheless there. Informed consent is the key. If you are told of the possible side effects, as well as other treatments options, then I think you are the best to decide what form of treatment to follow.

Again, I practice strictly musculoskeletal. I'm not a neurologist, psychiatrist, etc. Personally, I would never tell someone I could help their ADHD. I've also never adjusted my children.

I know some people think all chiropractors are quacks. I just want to tell you that more of the younger generation D.C.s are practicing evidence based healthcare.

Good luck to you.

 

[Mahnahmahnah]

I generally don't give advice on these boards about healthcare, but I guess I'm about to make an exception.

I'm a chiropractor, strictly musculoskeletal. I look at what I do as more or less rehabilitation. I have treatment plans, and release patients following those plans. Generally a course of treatment is no longer than 2 weeks (or 6 treatments).

I've never seen any research that correlates ADHD to the cervical spine. That being said, stranger things have happened. Generally, if you think something is going to work, it probably will. It happens with placebos all the time. I'm not calling chiropractic a placebo. I hope you get the drift.

Are there side effects to cervical spine manipulation? Of course there are. They are rare, but they are nonetheless there. Informed consent is the key. If you are told of the possible side effects, as well as other treatments options, then I think you are the best to decide what form of treatment to follow.

Again, I practice strictly musculoskeletal. I'm not a neurologist, psychiatrist, etc. Personally, I would never tell someone I could help their ADHD. I've also never adjusted my children.

I know some people think all chiropractors are quacks. I just want to tell you that more of the younger generation D.C.s are practicing evidence based healthcare.

Good luck to you.

 

[Christine]

I know some people think all chiropractors are quacks. I just want to tell you that more of the younger generation D.C.s are practicing evidence based healthcare.

Good luck to you.

This is the philosphy of my chiro and where he went to school (he is in his late 30s). He does no treatment or recommends anything unless it has been backed by medical studies/science.

 

[MOMTOMOOTOO]

I agree 100%, a chiropractor is not an md. anybody who thinks you need to crack a babies back to cure ear aches,colds etc, is out of there mind.

Well call me crazy. My son suffered chronic ear infections and we went the whole route with pediatricians, ENTS, and anti biotics. Our next step was having the tubes inserted in both ears. So we gave chriopractic treatment a chance as a last resort. That was 2 years ago and my son has not had an ear infection since.

 

[Tinijocaro]

Shun, Shuuuun the non-believer!

I cannot imagine how brain chemistry can be affected by manipulation. In this case, the only thing that will actually be manipulated will be your check book. If you are concerned about ADHD with your children, consult a pediatric neurologist.

 

[FayeW]

I generally don't give advice on these boards about healthcare, but I guess I'm about to make an exception.

I'm a chiropractor, strictly musculoskeletal. I look at what I do as more or less rehabilitation. I have treatment plans, and release patients following those plans. Generally a course of treatment is no longer than 2 weeks (or 6 treatments).

I've never seen any research that correlates ADHD to the cervical spine. That being said, stranger things have happened. Generally, if you think something is going to work, it probably will. It happens with placebos all the time. I'm not calling chiropractic a placebo. I hope you get the drift.

Are there side effects to cervical spine manipulation? Of course there are. They are rare, but they are nonetheless there. Informed consent is the key. If you are told of the possible side effects, as well as other treatments options, then I think you are the best to decide what form of treatment to follow.

Again, I practice strictly musculoskeletal. I'm not a neurologist, psychiatrist, etc. Personally, I would never tell someone I could help their ADHD. I've also never adjusted my children.

I know some people think all chiropractors are quacks. I just want to tell you that more of the younger generation D.C.s are practicing evidence based healthcare.

Good luck to you.

If I understand what you do as a musculoskeletal chiropractor, somebody comes to you for a specific problem, and once you take care of that then the treatment is ended? You don't have long term patients who continue to be adjusted once a month or so to keep the problem from recurring?

Since you treat specific problems, can you tell me if there is any risk to my daughter in the future if we don't address the reverse curvature in her neck? In treating that now I am hoping to lessen the likelihood of more serious issues in the future, but I haven't asked my chiropractor about the worst case scenarios of not having her adjusted