Infants and Chiropractic in San Antonio

The first subluxation a baby experiences is often the birth process itself — the pulling and twisting of the head during delivery. These subluxations can be aggravated further by forceps, suction delivery, or c-section. Subluxations are misalignments in the spine that cause interference in the nervous system, which can have significant impacts on the function and health of the body.

When a baby or infant has subluxations, it can cause many conditions including: Colic, Reflux, Latching issues / Tongue tie, Constipation, Difficulty sleeping, Allergies, Ear infections, and Failure to thrive. Many families choose to have their babies checked as soon as possible after birth. Dr. Foss recommends that his pregnant patients bring their newborns in for evaluation within the first few days or weeks of life.

Infant adjustments are extremely gentle — Dr. Foss uses only the pressure of a light fingertip touch on a baby's spine. He also evaluates early reflexes and sucking reflexes to check for any latching issues. In addition to spinal evaluation, Dr. Foss uses Cranial Chiropractic to assess and gently adjust the cranial bones of the skull and face, which can assist with latching and free up restrictions in the craniosacral system that affect infant development.