Contrary to your suggestion, the vast majority of chiropractors would not inappropriately treat infants and children by using unnecessarily forceful adjustments. It is unfortunate that a few disreputable doctors have marred your image of the chiropractic profession as a whole - a profession that is increasingly gaining respect and recognition from researchers, medical doctors and consumers alike. In addition, the contention that doctors of chiropractic should never treat children deserves a response. Such a suggestion is highly inappropriate. When one considers all the trauma a child's spine goes through growing up, with the falls, bumps and jars from such things as learning to walk, then run, then ride a bicycle, it is easy to see how their spines can be injured.
Children have back pain just as adults do.
When the source of that pain comes from spinal joint dysfunction, it is appropriate for the child to see a doctor of chiropractic. Far too many children have their pain treated with medication that may have side effects and may not necessarily correct the underlying source of their problem. Doctors of chiropractic are licensed and trained to treat children and utilize a gentler type of treatment that is appropriate to a child's size, needs and diagnosis. Children usually respond quickly to light adjustments and other chiropractic treatments and will feel little or no discomfort. In addition, chiropractors might also prescribe exercises designed to help children develop strong muscles, along with instruction in good nutrition, posture and sleeping habits.