How Can Chiropractic Care Help Teenagers?

School’s out. After sitting and slouching in classrooms all day during the school year, getting out of

school typically can mean a couple of things for teenagers. They might be getting outside and being

active with all of the free time from the summer months. Or they are right back to slouching in front of

their screens – whether it’s their computer screen while sitting at their desk, or slumped on the couch or

floor staring at a tablet.

For either of those situations, chiropractic care can help reduce some of those bad habits, improve their

posture, and maybe even give them a little more energy so they’ll get out even more. Many teens are

also going through some growing pains, which a chiropractic adjustment may be able to help with.

Having a properly aligned spine can also improve your sleep, and boost your overall well-being.

Promote Activity & Posture

Nobody likes to hear that they have poor posture, particularly teenagers. However, prolonged use of

things like laptops, tablets, and smart phones can develop poor habits and posture. This can lead to

future issues with the spine, and could be hampering their overall energy levels. Chiropractors can help

improve your posture not only with an adjustment, but also by recommending different exercises to

maintain that improved posture.

From there, proper posture with an aligned spine improves the overall function and flexibility of your

body. That reduces the risk of injures, and can help you recover faster from injuries like sprains and

other joint issues. This reduced pain enhances mobility, and allows you to keep performing at an optimal

level. Summer is the best time to get out of the house because the weather is usually the most

cooperative. Regular activity will help with general wellness, and can be a good change of pace from the

doldrums of sitting in a classroom all day.

Improved Sleep & Overall Wellness

Many teenagers struggle with sleep issues due to stress, anxiety, or even physical discomfort.

Chiropractic adjustments can contribute to better sleep by addressing the physical issues that could be

disruptive. Joint pain or other growing pains can significantly interfere with your quality of sleep. By

reducing tension and stiffness in the muscles, the adjustment will alleviate some of that restlessness.

Your nervous system helps regulate sleep patterns, and a properly-aligned spine ensures that the

nervous system will be communicating optimally.

Teenagers also have a lot of stress and anxiety piling on them, sometimes from a lot of different

directions. The pressure of stress can come from anywhere, and chiropractors help reduce physical

stress on the body. This can lower your overall stress levels, and the chiropractor can also suggest other

exercises and counseling to help reduce that stress. By encouraging these healthy habits, it can help the

teenager build the foundation of a healthy nervous system and improved overall wellness.

There are a lot of benefits for teenagers from chiropractic care, especially in the summer months when

bad habits can form more easily. For more information on how chiropractic can help with your teenager,

reach out to Dr. Morgan Sheridan at Foundation Chiropractic today.