Chiropractic adjustments may help resolve breastfeeding difficulties in newborns.

Researchers looked at 114 cases of infants with breastfeeding problems diagnosed in the hospital or by a lactation consultant.

Upon chiropractic evaluation, “the most common physical findings were cervical posterior joint dysfunction (89%), temporomandibular joint imbalance (36%), and inadequate suck reflex (34%).”

After two weeks of chiropractic care involving 2 to 5 visits, all the babies improved, with 78% being able to breastfeed exclusively.

“Chiropractic treatment may be a useful adjunct to routine care given by other professionals in cases of diagnosed breastfeeding problems with a biomechanical component,” conclude the study’s authors.

JMPT – October 2009;32:670-4.
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