Vanella Chiropractic Blog

Gross Motor Skills In pediatric chiropractic, there are many conditions, disorders, and symptoms that can be linked to the Vagus Nerve, including Autism, ADHD, Anxiety, Asthma, Allergies, Colic, Reflux, Constipation, Sensory issues, Headaches, Exhaustion, and Gastroparesis. The Vagus Nerve is nicknamed the “wandering nerve” because it originates from the brainstem, travels down along the cervical…

Gross Motor Skills Gross motor skills refer to movements that require the entire body, such as sitting upright, walking, running, jumping, climbing, riding a bike, and playing sports. Although most pediatric practitioners primarily assess the core when evaluating gross motor development, it is essential to consider the spine or “neurospinal” system as well. Before initiating…

Developmental Milestones Developmental milestones are important indicators of a child’s physical and behavioral growth during the early years of their life. These milestones include actions such as holding their head up, tummy time, sitting up, rolling over, crawling, walking, and talking. It is important to not only focus on motor development but also on the…

Guide to Croup Cough: Symptoms, Treatment, and More Croup is a respiratory infection that affects the upper airway and results in a distinctive barking cough. Typically, it is prevalent among children aged between 6 months to 3 years, and infants who are born prematurely or suffer from respiratory and immune challenges like asthma. There are…

Plagiocephaly Plagiocephaly, also known as “flat head syndrome,” refers to the flattening of a baby’s head either on one side or the entire back of the head. This occurs when the soft skull of an infant becomes flattened in a specific area, which can worsen if the baby sleeps in the same position most of…

Food Intolerance Food intolerance, also known as food sensitivity, occurs when the digestive system has difficulty breaking down a particular food. This can lead to uncomfortable symptoms such as gas, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. It is important to note that food intolerance is different from a food allergy, which is an immune response triggered by…