Alternative Treatment to Medication for Children who Experience Seizures

Описание: Seizures can be terrifying. When seizures occur with a child, the effect on those around is chilling. The sheer feeling of helplessness is hard to describe.

Currently, there are multiple medications available for the management of epilepsy or seizures, mainly in the form of anticonvulsant drugs. Common medications include Dilantin, Phenobarbital, Tegretol, Mysoline, Depakene, Topomax and more. The long term effect of these medications and chemicals on the body can have a deteriorating effect such as blurry or double vision, unsteadiness, liver problems, skin rashes, low blood cell counts, swelling of the gums, hair loss or weight gain.

What if there was a better, safer way?

The problem with many medications, is that they often do not address the underlying cause of seizures. As you have seen and heard Paula McTaggert testify, the apparent cause of her son's seizures was a spinal misalignment at the very top of the neck. X-Rays in fact not only demonstrated misalignment, but they also demonstrated laxity of the ligaments holding the first vertebrae (called the Atlas) in place.

In David's case, medications could never cure his seizures, because the problem was not chemical. David's problem was bio-neuro-mechanical. Chiropractors commonly call this condition a Subluxation. This Subluxation not only caused David's seizures, but it also caused his headaches and blurred vision.

In an article published in 2001 by the Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics, 17 children were given chiropractic treatment when they were unable to receive relief of their symptoms with any form of seizure medication. Roughly 88% of the patients studied experienced decreased frequency as well as the magnitude of their seizures.

Chiropractic care is very natural and has few side effects. This makes it a virtually risk-free option to consider for a seizure patient. Chiropractic care is covered under a variety of different health insurance plans.

Chiropractic works with the nervous system to improve function and remove any interference from nerve fibers which can cause seizure activity.

There are lots of great chiropractors all over the world. If you are curious about how to choose a chiropractor to help a friend or a family member with their seizures, we recommend the following guidelines:
1. Find a chiropractor who actually adjusts the spine (some are more focused on other methods).
2. Look for a chiropractor who sees families.
3. X-Rays are important, and most chiropractors take them in their office. Flexion and extension as well as lateral flexion X-Rays might show ligament laxity.
4. Do not judge a chiropractor by their acceptance of your health insurance. Experience makes a difference.
5. Feel free to ask us. We can try to help you find a good chiropractor in your area. On facebook at   / fryechiropractic   or fill out a confidential form here http://www.fryechiropractic.com/get-c...