Ear Infections 101

It's that time of year again.  Your children come home from school complaining of earaches and loss of hearing.  They see their doctor and take the medication, but another month goes by and it's back again!

Chronic ear infections can become a serious problem.  Prescription medications do not always solve the problem and on many occasions the infection returns.

A chiropractic adjustment helps relieve the cause of an ear infection.  Ears become infected when fluid builds up in the Eustachian tube.  This causes bacteria to grow, as well as a misalignment of the upper spine, imbalance of muscle development, and poor nerve conduction.  An adjustment to the upper cervical spine releases pressure within the spinal cord and surrounding muscles.  The fluid can now flow naturally and the infection will diminish.

An adjustment can also be used as a preventative measure.  Ask Dr. Brown how chiropractic can help prevent and treat ear infections.