Since an ear infection contains fluid that accumulates behind the ear drum, gentle movement of the bones of the head to allow drainage of the fluid can prevent and cure such an infection. Craniosacral work is the gentle movement of the bones of a child s head and sacrum. Using craniosacral work for treatment and prevention of ear infections is especially helpful. Practitioners who do this work are usually chiropractors who take a special course in cranial work, or osteopathic physicians. Osteopaths are trained exactly like MD s and practice medicine, but are also trained in osteopathic manipulation.
Some osteopaths specialize in the field of cranial osteopathy.
When you are looking for someone to work with your child, seek a pediatric chiropractor or osteopath who specializes in cranial work. It is important to consider nutrition in the prevention and treatment of ear infections. An organic, unprocessed, whole foods diet, low in sugar, is essential for creating good health with high immune function. Dietary fats can either enhance or impair immune function, depending on the type of fat. A recent study found that the U.S. has the highest incidence of essential fatty acid deficiency in the developed world.