Ear Infections and Chiropractors

Hmmm... Chiropractic can help, however I have had nothing but bad luck with them on both sides of the fence: as a client and for working with one. Many will try to use the insurance money (which locks you into them.) or they will use scare tactics if they have fancy machinery.

I would recommend CranialSacral Therapy first. This truly has helped and I have read research on it. Another thing that has helped my son (also had tubes and infections w/ tubes but not nearly as bad or long)... I have given my son reflexology treatments: This helps to clear the cold stages (as most URI's lead into the ear infection - at least for my son) and in the ear infection stage, a reflexologist can focus on those areas. I have had luck with my son and a few client's little ones by getting rid of the infection if not the next day, it was the second day after seeing them.

Just two other natural alternative options to consider. And Reflexology can easily address allergies - I do this for myself and my son daily, as well as clients. Check your area for a practitioner.

Edit: The chiro I worked at did not believe in my work (reflexology / massage. He really wanted to just have it in his office to attract potential clients. Plus he overstepped his bounds by trying to adjust my little boy w/out my permission when my son was with me one day. That was my last day as I was livid. that is dangerous as he could have caused serious nerve damage as I was holding my son.

Try a chiropractor! Both of my boys have been seen by chiropractors since they were born. They only go in maybe quarterly, but having a spine that's aligned as it should be makes a HUGE difference. When you look for one by you, be sure to ask if they adjust children. Get someone with experience with kids. And if you don't like your first choice doctor, try another one. I've seen over six in my lifetime (I'm only 31) due to moving or style of adjusting. Chiropractors are definately worth your time.

YES! Chiropractic works! =) take them both in...

I heard from 2 moms who had ear tubes with their kids that stopping milk products works.

Also you can give them probiotics like accidophilus and lactobaccilus.

Have never tried Chiro but wouldnt rule it out. I'm also amazed at how acupuncture seems to heal so many things (according to the mamas!)

Hi M.,
I really believe in chiropractic also. But make sure you find someone who is good.
My son had way too many ear infections as a toddler (before I knew about chiropractic). A friend recommended Shaklee supplements. As soon as he started taking them we no longer had a problem. If you are interested, you can check them out at http://www.shaklee.net/healthforlife
Good luck and God bless.
Victoria

The doc tod me our daughter had a BAD double ear infection and gave us a prescription. I brought her to the chiropractor instead. When we went back for our re-check a week later he said her ears looked GREAT. Finish the medicine because it's working really well. GUESS WHAT! She NEVER GOT ANY OF THE MEDICINE!!!!!!

So we are big believers in the chiropractor. HOWEVER, there are good ones and there are bad ones. We've been to three good ones and two bad ones...... If they are telling you to come back constantly, they may be in it for the money. If they rush and are only in the room for a minute, I suggest trying someone else. Have a list of questions about the concerns you are having with your children. A GOOD CHIROPRACTOR will take the time to talk to you and answer those questions.

Good luck.

I dont know where the Oak Park area is but check out http://swensonchiropractic.com/ for chiropractic care for you children. My little girls have received chiropractic adjustments since they were days old and we love it.