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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is chiropractic safe for newborns and infants?
Yes — pediatric chiropractic uses fingertip-level pressure only, with no popping, twisting, or force. Dr. Foss has years of experience with infants from birth onward and selects the gentlest possible technique. The safety profile of pediatric chiropractic in trained hands is well established in the literature.
What infant conditions benefit from chiropractic care?
Common infant conditions Dr. Foss treats include colic, reflux, latching and feeding difficulties, torticollis, constipation, recurrent ear infections, sleep disturbances, and the cumulative effects of birth trauma (vacuum extraction, forceps, prolonged labor, cesarean). Cranial chiropractic addresses cranial molding and asymmetric head shape (plagiocephaly).
How soon after birth can my baby be evaluated?
Many parents bring newborns in during the first weeks of life — earlier is generally better for resolving birth-related strain patterns before they compound. Care can begin as early as the first few days postpartum. The evaluation is non-invasive and the gentle adjustments use only fingertip pressure.
How many visits does an infant typically need?
Many infants respond within 1–3 visits — often dramatically. Stable improvement typically develops over 4–8 visits across 3–6 weeks. Cases involving feeding difficulty, torticollis, or tongue tie may require longer integrated care.
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