Kids Milestones

What are milestones?

Milestones in a child are tasks a kid should be able to do once they reach a certain age. These milestones are a good way to gauge how well your child is developing. Some milestones include basic ones like learning how to crawl, stand, roll and walk. Whilst there are some which are slightly more complex such as fine motor movements which include pincer grips and object manipulation. If these milestones are not achieved or obtained it may lead be a sign of future learning or physical disability

What attributes to milestone issues?

Multiple factors can bring lead to milestone issues, including:

• Lack of stimulation
• Genetics
• Physical developmental issues
• Brain developmental issues

Why does chiropractic work so well for kids milestone issues?

While chiropractors work with the spine, many people think it is only for spinal issues. In fact, chiropractic can help with the central control system of the body; the nervous system. By providing gentle adjustments in the spine, it allows your child’s spine to develop a healthy structure which also directly effects the function of the nervous system. If the nervous system if functioning more efficiently it gives your child the best chance to develop as there are no interferences in the body. This will allow your child to develop the way it should thus increasing the likelihood of reaching certain milestones along your child’s growth.