As we have previously said, degeneration of the spine may follow later, leading to more serious spinal problems. If the chiropractor finds spinal subluxations in a child's spine, the solution is usually a simple one. Adjustment of subluxated spinal vertebrae is achieved by delivering a specific, light finger-tip thrust to the problem area. This light pressure, when carefully applied to the problem area, is usually all that is needed to fix the problem. The treatment is quick and substantially painless.
Chiropractors have an excellent safety record, especially where children are concerned.
The scientific literature records no incidents where a child's spine had been injured by being adjusted by a chiropractor. Chiropractic spinal care is one of the safest health care procedures children can experience. Since kids' spinal problems are usually little ones, they can in most cases be fixed within a few visits. It is, however, a great idea to have a child's spine checked several times a year, just to be sure that the traumas of growing up have not induced more problems. All Rights Reserved, Dynamic Chiropractic, 2001.