There are 10 million cases of ear infections in children each year, accounting for 35 percent of all pediatric visits (ACA.com). Chronic earaches can cause hearing loss and other developmental complications, but the usual response is a prescription for antibiotics. Overuse of these can cause resistant bacteria, and some studies even claim that many antibiotics are no more useful than the body’s natural immune system (ACA.com).
Chiropractic helps alleviate the source of the problem naturally. Chiropractic “mobilizes drainage of the ear in children,” which ultimately allows them to build up antibodies to fight any infection (ACA.com). Continuous drainage, usually every other day, usually dissipates any infection. These procedures taper off until complete relief is attained.
If your child has an earache and is looking for relief, request an appointment with Dr. Tselides today!
“Chiropractic Approach to Ear Infections.” American Chiropractic Association. N.p., n.d. Web. 18 Jan 2012. <http://www.acatoday.org/content_css.cfm?CID=69>.
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