8-Month-Old Child's Constipation Resolves after Chiropractic Care, Report Says

A case report discusses the outcomes of an 8-month-old male patient who presented for chiropractic care with constipation, as published in the Journal of Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health.

Upland Chiropractor Dr. Tymothy Flory, D.C., stated, “An 8-month-old baby boy was presented with a chief complaint of constipation. At initial consultation, the infant had not made a bowel movement for five days. Increased fluid intake was unsuccessful in resolving his problem.”

The patient was cared for, after a thorough examination, by gently correcting the structural shift present in his spine. Within a short period of his first adjustment, the infant proceeded to have a very large bowel movement while sitting in his car seat. Two hours later additional bowel movements occurred. The mother also stated that her child was of a much happier disposition.

“This case report supports evidence-informed practice in the care of patients through the detection and removal of spinal subluxations and its concomitant salutary effects,” said Dr. Flory.

Anyone wishing more information may contact Dr. Flory of Atlas Spinal Care. The office location is 2335 W. Foothill Blvd. Suite 20, Upland, CA (telephone 909-982-9100).