CHIROPRACTIC CARE

Our office primarily uses Sacro Occipital Technic™ (SOT® Methods) for care of patients of all ages. SOT® Methods describes the gentle stabilization of the pelvis (sacrum) and its realignment with the top of the spine (occiput). SOT® Methods is a system of indicators (neurological, muscular, and orthopedic) that allows the doctor to determine, and then correct, imbalances throughout the body. The efficacy of treatment is confirmed by a reduction of these indicators.

SOT® Methods is effective for traditional chiropractic complaints such as neck and back pain, as well as discomforts of the visceral system like colic, indigestion and irritable bowel syndrome. Other treated concerns include headaches, ear infections, PMS, menopause, and infertility. We also treat extremity complaints like shoulder pain, tennis elbow, carpal tunnel syndrome, arthritis, knee, ankle and foot discomforts, and joint pain.

PEDIATRIC CARE

There are many ways our chiropractors help infants, toddlers and kids of all ages. Some are listed below:

• Use Craniopathy, a technique that is particularly helpful for infants experiencing colic, reflux, cranial distortion, sleep issues and recovering from traumatic births.
• Perform tongue-tie assessment and post-correction cranial work.
• Treat emergency injuries from falls, bumps, bruises and ow-wies.
• Work with children throughout childhood and adolescence to foster strong development.
• Work to prevent and heal injuries in young athletes.
• Work with coaches and trainers to develop appropriate rehab and strength-building plans.
• Treat and support youth with concussions for faster and fuller recoveries.
• Support and prevent orthodontic intervention with cranial work.
• Work with pediatricians to follow the recommended helmet protocol for plagiocephaly, which states that less invasive treatment must be tried for 3 months prior to fitting for helmets. Helmets can sometimes be avoided altogether through the use of cranial chiropractic work for infants.

TONGUE-TIE AND LACTATION RESOURCES

Tongue-tie exists in 3-5% of newborns. This condition limits a baby’s ability to latch correctly, which can cause painful irritation of a mother’s nipples and limit her milk supply. This often disrupts nursing goals and leads to alternative feeding methods.

Our doctors will work with your local pediatrician and lactation consultant. We utilize Hazelbaker’s Assessment Tool for Lingual Frenulum Function (ATLFF), a tongue-tie diagnostic tool, to determine if referral for a frenectomy is recommended. Our in-house lactation team also works with mothers to maintain their milk supply by observing a baby’s latch and creating a plan.

Sometimes frenectomy can be avoided through the use of cranial/body work. For others, frenectomies are critical to a rapid improvement in a baby’s ability to latch and nurse independently without aids, and in a way that is pain-free for the mother.

In addition to childhood speech problems, we find that some adults with uncorrected tongue-tie have TMJ and teeth grinding problems which cause excessive tightness in their necks, heads and upper thoracic regions. Correcting this with a frenectomy and cranial work, even in adulthood, can release much of this tension and greatly improve quality of life.

Our certified lactation counselors are available to check positioning and latch and to answer questions related to breast and infant feeding. They are also mothers who provide peer support and are knowledgeable about community resources. Patients are welcome to stop in or call with lactation questions at any time.