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Chiropractic Care for Bed-Wetting

Wet sheets and pajamas are a regular nighttime occurrence for young children, who often don’t stay dry at night for some time after being completely toilet trained during the daytime.  However, for many school-aged children, bed-wetting (a.k.a. primary nocturnal enuresis) is a problem that brings fear and shame, spoiling many a sleepover party or trip to summer camp.

Understanding what research has uncovered about bed-wetting is the first step to dealing with it.  Several studies point to chiropractic care as a safe and viable solution that can bring dry mornings and a sense of relief to many children.

Case studies shed some light on the mechanics of how chiropractic might help manage nocturnal enuresis by targeting musculoskeletal irregularities.  One such study concerns a 13-year-old girl.

A chiropractic exam uncovered muscle and joint abnormalities in her lumbar (lower) spine and pelvis.  Adjustments to these areas resulted in an end to bed-wetting for this child (Alternat Med Rev 2011;16:164-71).

Many parents trust doctors of chiropractic as partners in their children’s wellness.  At our chiropractic office, we know that a child’s musculoskeletal system is growing and developing all the way from infancy through the teenage years.  We tailor care appropriately to young patients.Dr. Barbara Smith
Chiropractor and Health Educator

health@doctorbarb.com

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