Latching Problems While Breastfeeding...A Simple Solution for a Stressful Situation

When a baby is delivered, cranial bones move and overlap to allow for flow through the birth canal. With the added use of delivery tools such as forceps, vacuum suction, and hands during c-sections, misalignment of the bones of the cranium and neck is a common result.  These misalignments (or subluxations) irritate the cranial and spinal nerves in the newborn. Specifically for breastfeeding infants, irritation to cranial nerves 9-12 can inhibit the suck-swallow-breathe sequence which is vital for success.  Gentle, specific chiropractic adjustments to the upper neck (cervical) and jaw joints allow for babies to latch and feed without these irritations.

A 2015 case report describes a one month old infant presenting with difficulties with latching and not breastfeeding successfully.  After only one adjustment, this infant immediately latched on and the suck-swallow-breathe reflex was restored to full function.  Imagine the relief that not only the patient but the patient's mother experienced! Breastfeeding is not only difficult, but extremely stressful.  When you throw in difficulties latching and staying latched, the rate at which mom's stop breastfeeding skyrocket.  The number one reason more moms don't breastfeed past 2 weeks is a lack of support during the high stress time of mom and baby learning how to successfully breastfeed.  Breastfeeding is completely natural, and it provides excellent nutrition for healthy immune systems, growth and development.

Chiropractic adjustments can help mom, too!  Adjustments to the upper cervical neck for mom allows for the nerve interference to be removed allowing for proper let down of milk during feeding sessions.  Also, chiropractic care reduces stress and pain in the shoulders, neck, and back that are often associated with breastfeeding positions.  Proper alignment and function is necessary for successful breastfeeding for both mom and baby!



Drobbin, Danielle, DC and Jessica Stallman, DC.  "Resolution of Breastfeeding and Latching Difficulty Following Subluxation Based Chiropractic Care: Case Report and Review of the Literature." J. Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health (2015): 102-08. Web.

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Infertility is a major problem plaguing families around the world. With the busy, stressful lives most people live today, we’ve seen a spike in the number of infertility cases present in the general population. Did you know that chiropractic care has been shown to reduce stress and in some cases allow women to conceive?

A 2012 article published in the Journal of Pediatric, Maternal, and Family Health reported on a 29-year-old woman who had tried to conceive for the last 8 years. Following 1 month of subluxation-based chiropractic care pregnancy was attained. How does this happen?

Reproductive organs thrive when the body is in a relaxed state. When your chiropractor reduces nerve interference due to subluxation, your body is free to function at its best: allowing you to no only feel, but more importantly function well.

No matter the symptom, your body functions better without nerve interference!

Schwanz. JW, Schwanz JT. Female infertility and subluxation-based Gonstead chiropractic care: A case study and selective review of the literature [case report: review]. J pediatr Matern & Fam Health – Chiropr. 2012 Fall:20129(4):Online access only p 85-94. ICLID: 22741

Dr. Nicholas J. Knutson

Owner/Doctor

MOUNTAIN ISLAND CHIROPRACTIC

10917 Black Dog Ln., Suite 101 

Charlotte, NC 28214

Tel (704) 394-8556

Fax (704) 395-8556

mtnislandchiro.com

"If you laugh, you think, and you cry, that's a full day. That's a heck of a day. You do that seven days a week, you're going to have something special." JV

Alternative for fevers?

Fevers are naturally common indicator of immune system activation and are triggered by bacteria, virus, and internal chemicals. Changes in body temperature are tightly controlled by inborn mechanisms. Increases in temperature from fever result from an internal biochemical cascade and are generally fought using over-the-counter drugs like NSAIDs (like ibuprofen and acetaminophen).

A 2016 case report describes an 11 yr old boy who had a fever for five days prior to chiropractic management. His fever had ranged from 101-103 degrees Fahrenheit even though mom had treated him with acetaminophen every 4-6 hours. After being checked for nerve interference and adjusted by a chiropractor, within 60 minutes his temperatures had dropped to 98.4 degrees and his behavior had returned to normal.

No matter the symptom , your body functions better without nerve interference!

Gergen M, Okins NC. Resolution of fever in an 11- year old male following chiropractic adjustments to reduce vertebral subluxation: a case report & review of literature. J Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health 2016:2016(4):127-130

Dr. Nicholas J. Knutson

Owner/Doctor

MOUNTAIN ISLAND CHIROPRACTIC

10917 Black Dog Ln., Suite 101 

Charlotte, NC 28214

Tel (704) 394-8556

Fax (704) 395-8556

mtnislandchiro.com

"If you laugh, you think, and you cry, that's a full day. That's a heck of a day. You do that seven days a week, you're going to have something special." JV

Hope for Trigeminal Neuralgia with Chiropractic

Trigeminal Neuralgia, Tic Douloureux, or Cranial Nerve V neuralgia is a neurological disorder characterized by immense pain and spasm in the side of the face. It is often misdiagnosed as a dental or jaw problem and in the past has even been considered a psychological disorder.

Research shows that trigeminal neuralgia originates from compressive forces surrounding the trigeminal nerve. Because of the immense pain and difficulty in diagnosing, intense medications and surgical treatment is regularly offered.

Due to the neurological origin and increasing trends towards alternative options rather than drugs and surgery, many individuals suffering from trigeminal neuralgia have turned to chiropractic for help.

A 2016 case report described a 55-year old woman who had been suffering from Tic Douloureux for 6 months. After a thorough evaluation of her spine and series of adjustments to the upper cervical neck her facial pain completely dissipated! After only three months, she reported that she had not had any further episodes of Trigeminal Neuralgia.


Friedman A. Resolution of trigeminal neuralgia following upper cervical chiropractic care using quantum spinal mechanics 3 (QSM3). J Upper Cervical Chiropractic Research. November 2016:44-52

Dr. Nicholas Knutson DC

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MOUNTAIN ISLAND CHIROPRACTIC

10917 Black Dog Ln., Suite 101 

Charlotte, NC 28214

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"If you laugh, you think, and you cry, that's a full day. That's a heck of a day. You do that seven days a week, you're going to have something special." JV

Adolescent Athletes and Chiropractic Care

 Performing arts and athletics play an integral role in growth and development of our children.  These activities build physical, mental, and emotional skills while also providing character, leadership, and discipline opportunities for growth.  Most children carry these activities from childhood into adolescence, teenage years, and through adulthood.  Unfortunately, physical stress, especially repetitive physical stress can result in injuries to the adolescents growing body.  A case report published in 2013 followed a 14-year old ballet dancer who sought chiropractic care for her developing hip pain due to repetitive dance movements. Stress on the joints during physical movements cause pain especially when those joints are not fully developed.  This dancer saw fantastic results when after only 10 specific adjustments, her pain was gone, restriction resolved, and she was back to 100% participation in her ballet studies!

 Chiropractic care works best as preventative healthcare, however in times of pain and inflammation, it can work wonders on a growing body. It's never too early to start chiropractic care for all members of your family. Imagine waiting until you were 10-15 years old to see a dentist! We must think of chiropractic care as an integral part of our adolescents health and wellness care.


Baigent, Lily. "Chiropractic Management of a 14-year-old Ballet Dancer with Bilateral Hip Pain and Restriction."  Journal of Clinical Chiropractic Pediatrics 14.1 (2013): 1103-109. Web.

Dr. Nicholas Knutson DC

Owner/Doctor

MOUNTAIN ISLAND CHIROPRACTIC

10917 Black Dog Ln., Suite 101 

Charlotte, NC 28214

Tel (704) 394-8556

Fax (704) 395-8556

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"If you laugh, you think, and you cry, that's a full day. That's a heck of a day. You do that seven days a week, you're going to have something special." JV

Menstrual difficulties and chiropractic

Menstrual cycle irregularities are more commonplace than you might think.  Many women experience great amounts of stress due to irregular menstrual cycles, especially if trying to start a family. Chiropractic care has shown to regulate women's cycles after just a few visits. In 2012, a study was published that showed a 39-year old woman who had sought chiropractic care for low back pain. This patient also had painful periods that only occurred every 3 months.  Her irregular periods had been going on for over 11 years. She started to experience a regular menstrual cycle after just 2 visits, and after being under the care of her chiropractor, she had experienced routine periods for 7 of the 8 months of the study! By removing the subluxation through a chiropractic adjustment, the nervous system was able to function properly and the body returned to a state of homeostasis.



Ko, MKhav K. Resolution of secondary amenorrhea of 20 years in a woman undergoing subluxation-based chiropractic care [case report]. J Pediatr Matern & Fam Health-Chiropr. 2012Spring;2012(2).

Dr. Nicholas Knutson DC

Owner/Doctor

MOUNTAIN ISLAND CHIROPRACTIC

10917 Black Dog Ln., Suite 101 

Charlotte, NC 28214

Tel (704) 394-8556

Fax (704) 395-8556

mtnislandchiro.com

"If you laugh, you think, and you cry, that's a full day. That's a heck of a day. You do that seven days a week, you're going to have something special." JV

Constipation Helped with Chiropractic!

Did you know with the increase of prescription drugs Americans are having more and more bowel issues? Constipation affects upwards of 3% of North American children and can cause much family stress.  About 30% of these children will continue to have constipation into their adult years. Many parents are hesitant to treat constipation with potentially harmful drugs such as laxatives that can stop an adult or child from getting the nutrients from the foods they eat and look elsewhere for help.

In February of 2016 a research case study was published that may bring hope to many patients. An 8 month old baby boy was brought into a chiropractic office for a spinal evaluation after he had not had a bowel movement for many days. He was checked and analyzed for vertebral subluxation and a specific adjustment was given to reduced nerve interference.

As they were leaving the office, the baby boy had a bowel movement in the car seat!  Just a few hours later the parents called the clinic to inform the staff that her son had another two bowel movements since returning home!


A small change in structure can make a huge change in function!!!

STRUCTURE + FUNCTION = HEALTH

Miceli J, Allcantara J. Resolution of constipation in an 8-month-old
child following adjustment of vertebral subluxation. J Pediatric,
Maternal & Family Health. 2016;2016(1):14-17

Dr. Nicholas Knutson DC

Owner/Doctor

MOUNTAIN ISLAND CHIROPRACTIC

10917 Black Dog Ln., Suite 101 

Charlotte, NC 28214

Tel (704) 394-8556

Fax (704) 395-8556

mtnislandchiro.com

"If you laugh, you think, and you cry, that's a full day. That's a heck of a day. You do that seven days a week, you're going to have something special." JV