Written by Dr. Elliot Lysyk, DC ~ Vernon BC Chiropractor

We see a lot of families in our Vernon BC chiropractic practice. And we work closely with local midwives to help pregnant moms and their babies.

Why is it so important to address spinal alignment early on?

First, let's look at Mom. Poor pelvic alignment during pregnancy can cause low back and sciatic pain for Mom and can affect her ability to be properly mobile. Aligning her low back and pelvis helps her to be more mobile so she can get adequate exercise for her and baby's health. Many births are considered to be a mild trauma for Mom and baby. That's why checking the baby's spinal alignment following birth is crucial for establishing healthy spine and nervous system development.

Proper alignment is important from birth all the way to adulthood. The tiny bones housing the spinal cord need to be in an optimal position so that your spinal nerves are healthy and able to communicate efficiently with the rest of your body-the recipe for great health.

Spinal pain and arthritis are large contributors to disability as we age. That's why establishing proper alignment early on is so important for great posture, less wear-and-tear, improved balance and increased energy. Consider a preventative chiropractic check-up for your kids!