Nurturing the Growing Spine
The Benefits of the Spinal Flow Technique for Infants, Toddlers and Children
As parents, we strive to provide our children with the best opportunities for growth and development. However, while we focus on their education, nutrition and overall well-being, it's essential to recognize the health of their spines.
Stress can affect children's bodies in similar ways it affects adults, potentially leading to spinal blockages. Even a newborn baby can experience the effects of a stressful pregnancy or birth, which may lead to spinal blockages in their delicate spine. A child's body often sends signals when something is amiss, and understanding these signs can help identify potential spinal blockages. The specific symptoms may vary based on the child's age and developmental stage but some indicators may be disrupted sleep, loss of appetite, increased food sensitivities, decreased immunity, heightened anxiety & worry, persistent fatigue or hyperactivity.
The gentle Spinal Flow Technique not only helps to regulate the nervous system but offers a series of benefits for infants, toddlers and children that support their growth, development, and overall health in the most formative years.
Foster Optimal Development: The early years are pivotal for spinal and nervous system development. Our gentle adjustments aim to ensure proper spinal alignment, supporting healthy growth and preventing potential complications down the line.
Promotes Proper Posture and Alignment: Children often engage in various activities that can impact their posture and spinal alignment. From carrying heavy backpacks to prolonged periods of sitting, looking down at electronic devices or contact sports, these habits can stress their developing spines. Spinal Flow removes blockages and promotes the body's self-healing mechanisms to improve posture. We can help children maintain better spinal health and prevent future issues by addressing spinal blockages early on.
Enhances Nervous System Function: The spine plays a crucial role in the communication between the brain and the rest of the body through the nervous system. Spinal Flow helps to optimize nervous system function by removing any interference or blockages along the spine. This can enhance the overall neurological development of children, supporting their cognitive abilities, coordination and motor skills and it can lead to better digestion, improved sleep patterns, and an efficiently operating immune system for your child.
Boosts Immune System Function: A healthy spine contributes to a robust immune system. Spinal Flow sessions helps remove any interference or stressors on the nervous system, supporting immune system function. By ensuring that the spine is aligned and free from restrictions, children may experience improved immune response and resilience to common illnesses.
Encourages Mind-Body Connection: Spinal Flow is deeply connected to emotional and mental well-being. Children can develop a greater awareness of their bodies and the connection between physical and emotional states by receiving gentle, nurturing touch along the spine. This can foster a sense of calm and relaxation and improve overall emotional balance as we move the body into the parasympathetic response (rest, digest, heal).
The spinal health of our children is a vital aspect of their overall well-being. The Spinal Flow Technique provides a safe, gentle and practical approach to supporting children's development and maintenance of healthy spines. By promoting proper alignment, optimizing nervous system function, and supporting growth, Spinal Flow can contribute to their long-term health and vitality.
When introducing your child to the benefits of Spinal Flow, we understand that working with young children especially infants and toddlers requires flexibility and creativity. During Spinal Flow sessions, we'll adapt our techniques to keep them happy and engaged, whether they're on their parent's lap, positioning them on their parent's tummy or the treatment table, or even nursing. We are here to support you and your child every step of the way.
