A child’s health is undoubtedly of the utmost importance to any parent. With a growing number of parents connecting their children and chiropractic care, it is no wonder that the Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics reports chiropractic therapy as the most common complementary and integrative medicine practice used by children in the United States. In fact, Chiropractors in the US have become the third largest group of healthcare professionals (after physicians and dentists) who have primary contact with patients. The science of this care is based on the relationship between correct spinal alignment and the corresponding health of nerves, muscles, and organs. Therefore, we suggest that by keeping the spine in alignment as a child grows, a high level of wellness can be achieved. [Read more…]
Backpack Safety Tips
Yes, it’s that time of year again. It’s time for your children to return back to school and also time to buy school supplies. Supplies which can add up and lead to a heavy backpack after all is said and done. Dr. Robert Byrne recently wrote an article in the Ahwatukee Foothills News covering important backpack safety tips. These tips can help ensure that unneeded strain is caused on your children’s back and shoulders. Strain which can hinder a growing child’s development long term. [Read more…]
AHC Primary Care Physician Pens Back to School Article for Ahwatukee Foothills News
Dr. Shraddha Patel took time from her busy primary care practice to write an article about why children need to see a doctor before returning back to school. The article, featured in the Ahwatukee Foothills News, states children returning to school should visit the doctor for to ensure that your child stay healthy and maintain good attendance all year long. [Read more…]