Mother of 5 swears by chiropractic care, says kids are ‘rarely sick’ – Fox17

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich– As we slowly come out of quarantine, we might be overdue for some self care, including a see to the chiropractic physician, and this can be something for the entire household.

In the beginning of March, prior to the pandemic, we spoke to Dr. Theresa Osmer, BS, DC, of FLOW Chiropractic in Grand Rapids on how treatment for pediatrics is ending up being more typical in the chiropractic world. And we talked with a mom of 5 whose kids have actually been getting chiropractic treatment since they were born and have seen a favorable outcome.

Whether it's dealing with gastrointestinal or feeding problems, ear infections, bed wetting, colic and more, Dr. Osmer says she can help.

“So I believe we've barely scratched the surface on the advantages of chiropractic care,” states Osmer. “A lot of people been available in here for pain generated issues, but when we're seeing kids that's not truly they're not necessarily suffering neck and back pain.”

She goes on to discuss how see can refer kids out to other professionals. “With feeding issues, being able to evaluate is there, like some tension in the mouth that perhaps needs a pediatric dental expert to evaluate, or a lactation expert to help mama with some feeding positions, digestion problems. Even things like ear infections … I'm not dealing with that ear infection itself, but what I'm making sure is that any fluid that's developing is draining pipes (using) an unique strategy.”

The primary concern on many people's mind is, does this hurt?

“Oh, it's truly gentle,” states the mother, Brandy Grutter. “You do not hear anything like a pop or a crack, and the majority of the time the chiropractic practitioner can manipulate (kids) with just their fingers. I've heard it being said is like putting your finger into the skin of a tomato and just putting a little pressure there and feeling the within. So, it's absolutely nothing to be nervous about.”

This treatment has in general made a big difference in one family's life.

“I am proud to state they're seldom ill, and I think that a lot of that pertains to not only chiropractic however likewise like whole body and entire mind health,” says Grutter. “None of the kids have actually ever had ear infections, they've never ever been on prescription antibiotics. For the many part, they all have a really favorable idea of health care.”

Dr. Osmer tells us she's now taking consultations again at FLOW Chiropractic, and everyone will be required to wear masks.