Why should you consider a chiropractic adjustment when experiencing a fever?

Why should you consider a chiropractic adjustment when experiencing a fever?

Many holistic-minded parents at Ptak Family Chiropractic in Santa Monica, CA bring their children for chiropractic adjustments when they have a fever. It’s important to note that chiropractors do not treat the fever itself or its symptoms.

A fever is not a disease but rather a natural response of the body to combat infection by raising its temperature. When a healthy body encounters an infection, it initiates a fever to help eliminate the infection. Once the infection is cleared, the fever naturally subsides. Experiencing colds, runny noses, and fevers actually contributes to developing a robust immune system that promotes overall health.

Parents choose chiropractic adjustments for their children with fevers because health relies on the body’s ability to adapt to its environment. The brain, spinal cord, and nerves play a crucial role in this system by detecting infection and signaling the body to initiate and eventually cease the fever. If there is misalignment in the spine or vertebrae, this communication may be disrupted, affecting the body’s ability to regulate the fever effectively. By seeking adjustments, parents aim to optimize communication between the brain and body cells, facilitating the body’s natural healing process.

Chiropractic care does not treat symptoms like fever but focuses on correcting misalignments (subluxations) that may interfere with the body’s innate intelligence and communication pathways. Chiropractors are therefore referred to as “cause adjustors,” aiming to ensure there is no interference between the body’s innate intelligence and its cellular functions.