Kick the Sick: Unlocking Your Child’s Natural Resilience
As the seasons change and we head into the colder months, many families find themselves in a frustrating cycle of colds, coughs, and congestion. Over-the-counter medications and doctor visits become routine, and stronger antibiotics are often prescribed when symptoms persist. Yet, the cycle continues. What many don’t realize is that while medications can help suppress symptoms, they often don’t address the root cause — and can even weaken the body’s long-term resilience.
The key to breaking this cycle is supporting the body’s natural defenses and building up its resilience to stressors. At the core of this "Kick the Sick" approach is the nervous system. When functioning well, it plays a crucial role in coordinating the immune system and maintaining overall health. Chiropractic care offers a powerful way to keep your nervous system in balance, reduce stress, and optimize immune function, especially during flu season.
The Nervous System: Your Body's Command Center
Your nervous system is the master controller of all your body’s systems — from immunity to digestion to recovery. Every function you rely on to stay healthy and energized is coordinated by this intricate network of nerves. A well-balanced nervous system means that all your cells, tissues, and organs can work together optimally. Any stress, interference, or imbalance within the nervous system can affect the entire body.
One of the most important aspects of the nervous system when it comes to staying healthy is the autonomic nervous system. It has two branches:
The Sympathetic Nervous System: Known as the "fight or flight" system, this branch gets activated when the body is under stress. When overactive, it can suppress immune function, making it harder for the body to fight off infections.
The Parasympathetic Nervous System: Often called the "rest and digest" system, this branch helps promote healing, digestion, and immune system activity.
When there is an imbalance between these two systems — for example, if the body is stuck in a sympathetic state due to stress — the immune system can become suppressed, leaving you more vulnerable to colds, flu, and other illnesses.
Subluxation: The Hidden Barrier to Immune Health
Chiropractors often talk about subluxation, but what does it really mean? In simple terms, subluxation is a misalignment or dysfunction in the spine that disrupts normal nerve communication. This interference can create stress in the nervous system, preventing the body from functioning optimally and affecting its ability to regulate key systems, including the immune system.
Subluxation can occur for various reasons, including:
Birth trauma: Physical stresses during the birthing process can lead to early subluxations in newborns, which may continue to impact their nervous system as they grow.
Physical and emotional stress: Daily stressors, such as poor posture, accidents, emotional tension, and illness, can lead to subluxations in both children and adults.
Chemical toxins: Exposure to toxins in food, air, and water can also contribute to nerve interference and immune dysfunction.
Chiropractic care focuses on locating and correcting these areas of nerve interference to restore balance within the nervous system. By doing so, it enhances the body’s ability to heal itself and defend against illnesses, rather than just treating symptoms with medication.
Chiropractic Care: A Preventative Approach to Immune Health
Most people wait until they or their children are sick before taking action, but what if you could help your family prevent illness in the first place? Chiropractic care offers a preventative approach by ensuring that the nervous system — and therefore the immune system — is functioning optimally year-round.
At ChiroHouse, we use advanced technology such as INSiGHT scans to precisely measure levels of stress and subluxation in the nervous system. Based on these results, we create a customized care plan to help reduce nerve interference and restore balance. The result? A stronger immune system, better sleep, improved digestion, and overall better resilience to stress and illness.
Why Kids Need Nervous System Support
Children, in particular, are constantly exposed to germs in schools, daycares, and social settings. While it's normal for kids to catch the occasional cold, frequent or severe illness may indicate that their bodies are struggling to adapt. Addressing subluxation in the nervous system can help your child's body handle seasonal changes, school stress, and growing pains without falling into the cycle of recurring illness.
For children, subluxation often leads to immune suppression, but it can also cause other issues such as:
Digestive problems: Nerve interference along the spine can impact gut function, leading to issues like constipation, stomach aches, or diarrhea.
Behavioral challenges: Conditions such as ADHD, sensory processing issues, or anxiety may improve with chiropractic care, as it optimizes the brain-body connection.
Sleep and bedwetting struggles: When the nervous system is out of balance, sleep patterns and bladder control can be affected. Chiropractic adjustments help restore nerve tone in these areas, leading to better sleep and fewer bedwetting incidents.
"Kick the Sick" Strategies for Families
Instead of relying solely on medication when symptoms arise, here are some simple steps to help your family stay healthy naturally:
Prioritize rest and reduce stressors when sick: Give your body the chance to recover by reducing stressful activities and promoting relaxation.
Ensure proper nutrition and hydration: A balanced diet with plenty of whole foods, vitamins, and water helps build immune resilience.
Get regular chiropractic check-ups: By keeping the nervous system clear of subluxation, you help your body maintain its natural defenses.
Natural immune boosters: Consider using vitamin C and D, probiotics, and essential oils to enhance immune function.
By supporting the body in this way, many families find that their children experience fewer colds, recover more quickly, and build up resilience over time.
Conclusion: Strengthen the Immune System from Within
Chiropractic care is about more than just treating pain — it’s about optimizing health at its core, starting with the nervous system. By reducing subluxations and improving nervous system function, your body is better equipped to handle stress, fight off illness, and maintain overall wellness. Especially during flu season, keeping your nervous system in balance is a crucial step in staying healthy.
At ChiroHouse, we’re here to support your family in kicking the sick cycle and building strong, resilient bodies that can adapt to whatever life throws your way. Contact us today to schedule a "Kick the Sick" assessment and take the first step toward better immune health!
