Understanding Tongue-Tie: What It Is, Its Implications, and Treatment Options
What is Tongue-Tie? Tongue-tie (ankyloglossia) is a congenital condition where a short, thick, or tight band of tissue (the lingual frenulum) tethers the bottom of the tongue to the floor of the mouth, limiting its range of motion. This can make it difficult for a child to move their tongue freely, which can affect activities…
SOT® Chiropractic Care of a Six-Year Old Boy Diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome and Related Conditions.
Introduction: Asperger’s syndrome is considered a high-functioning autism [1] and since its exact cause is unknown some research supports the likelihood of a genetic basis. It differs from other autism spectrum disorders by its relative preservation of linguistic and cognitive development. Although not required for diagnosis, physical clumsiness and atypical use of language are frequently…
The Role of Cranial Adjusting in Chiropractic Care
Chiropractic cranial adjusting SM procedures are a specialized approach to chiropractic care that focus on the alignment and movement of the bones of the skull (cranium), the tension in the dura meningeal system, the movement of cerebrospinal fluid, and their impact on the nervous system. This technique is critical in addressing a range of health…
Chiropractic Care of a Two-Year-Old Diagnosed with Reflux and a Hiatal Hernia: A Case Report
Introduction: Approximately 4 million babies born in the U.S. each year, up to 35% with reflux in the first few months of life, which may resolve by their first birthday yet some will never outgrow the condition. Beyond infancy, up to one fourth of children and adolescents have recurrent abdominal pain, whereas only 5% report…
