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Pediatric Chiropractic Research
Kids and chiropractic may seem like an unlikely combination at first. In fact, chiro kids are some of the healthiest kids in our community. Actually, they are freakishly healthy!
In addition to eating whole foods, playing outside regularly, and lots of time away from screens, having your child’s spine and nerve system regularly checked helps ensure their body’s are growing in proper alignment. Healthy spinal movement provides proper input to a child’s developing brain. Therefore, making sure they are moving properly as they develop is incredibly important.
If your child is having health issues, look to the spine first for safe, gentle, non-invasive help. Additionally, health symptoms are often your child’s version of a warning light that something is out of alignment.
Finally, adjustments do not add anything into your child’s system. Additionally, they do not remove anything. Therefore, they are an incredibly safe and non invasive form of healthcare.
Research Articles
Resolution of GERD in an Infant Following Chiropractic Care: A Case Report & Selective Review of the Literature. Journal of Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health-Chiropractic. Ferranti, M, Alcantara, J, & Reilly, A. Summary.
Resolution of Breastfeeding Difficulties and Plagiocephaly in an Infant Undergoing Chiropractic Care. Journal of Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health-Chiropractic. Ferranti, M, Alcantara, J, & Adkins, M. Summary.
The use of PROMIS and the RAND VSQ9 in chiropractic patients receiving care with the Webster Technique. Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice. Alcantara, J, Ohm, J, & Alcantara, J. Abstract.
Resolution of Birth Trauma Sequelae Following Adjustment of Vertebral Subluxations in an Infant. Journal of Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health-Chiropractic. Spear, D, & Alcantara, J. Summary.
Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC) in a Pregnant Woman with Placenta Previa, Migraines, Neck & Back Pain Undergoing Subluxation Centered Chiropractic. Journal of Pediatric, Maternal, & Family Health-Chiropractic. Spear, D, & Alcantara, J. Summary.
Resolution of Erb-Duchenne Palsy in a 5-month-old Female Following Subluxation Based Chiropractic Care. Journal of Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health-Chiropractic. Ferrero, F, Gregor Smith, M, Alcantara, J, & Russell, D. Summary.
Chronic Otitis Media, Failed Tympanostomy Tube Surgery & Resolution Following Adjustment of Vertebral Subluxation. Journal of Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health-Chiropractic. Ferranti, M, Alcantara, J, & Brinkley, C. Summary.
Resolution of Chronic Cervicogenic Headache & Cervicalgia in a Child Following Chiropractic Care. Journal of Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health-Chiropractic. Simmons-Stone, D, & Alcantara, J. Summary.
Necessity is the Mother of Invention: The Creation and Development of the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association’s Practice-Based Research Network. Journal of Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health – Chiropractic. Volume 2015, Issue 1, pp. 1-4. Alcantara J, & Ohm, J. Abstract | Full Text
The use of validated outcome measures in the chiropractic care of pregnant patients: A systematic review of the literature. Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice. Alcantara, J, Alcantara, J, & Alcantara, J. Abstract.
The Chiropractic Care of Infants with Breastfeeding Difficulties. EXPLORE: The Journal of Science and Healing. Alcantara, J, Alcantara, J, & Alcantara, J. Abstract.
Chiropractic Attitudes and Utilization of Evidence-Based Practice: The Use of the EBASE Questionnaire. EXPLORE: The Journal of Science and Healing. Alcantara, J, & Leach, M. Abstract.
Resolution of Nocturnal Enuresis Following Adjustment of Vertebral Subluxations: A Case Report. Journal of Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health-Chiropractic. Hafer, C, & Alcantara, J. Summary.
Resolution of Failure to Thrive in a 4-Month-Old Infant Following Adjustment of Subluxation: Case Study & Selective Review of the Literature. Journal of Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health-Chiropractic. Neally, R, & Alcantara, J. Summary.
Resolution of Chronic Nocturnal Enuresis in Children with Asperger’s Syndrome Following Subluxation Based Chiropractic Care: A Case Series. Journal of Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health-Chiropractic. Neally, R, & Alcantara, J. Summary.
Resolution of Low Back Pain in a 9 Year Old Male with Low Back Pain, Tethered Cord Syndrome, Spina Bifida Occulta and Lumbarization of the S1 Vertebra Following Chiropractic Care: A Case Study & Selective Review of the Literature. Journal of Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health-Chiropractic. Carter, S, Floyd, R, Richardson, M, & Alcantara, J. Abstract.
Resolution of Constipation in Children Following Subluxation Based Chiropractic Care: A Case Series & Review of the Literature. Journal of Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health-Chiropractic. Mills, M, & Alcantra, J. Abstract.
Chiropractic Care of a Pregnant Patient Presenting with Pseudotumor of the Cerebrum, Neck Pain, Migraine & Vertebral Subluxation.Journal of Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health- Chiropractic. Edwards, J, & Alcantara, J. Summary.
Resolution of Daily Cervicogenic Headaches in a 13-Year-Old Male Under Chiropractic Care. Journal of Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health-Chiropractic. Klingler, S, & Alcantara, J. Summary.
Resolution of Peripheral Neuropathy, Lower Extremity Edema, and Low Back Pain in a Pregnant Female Undergoing Chiropractic Care.Journal of Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health-Chiropractic. Edwards, J, & Alcantara, J. Summary.
The Chiropractic Care of a Pregnant Patient Experiencing Multiple Fetal Positional Changes. Journal of Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health- Chiropractic. Edwards, J, & Alcantara, J. Summary.
Chiropractic Care of a Pregnant Patient Presenting With a History of Migraine Headaches, Hypothyroidism, and Tachycardia. Journal of Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health- Chiropractic. Edwards, J, & Alcantara, J. Summary.
Resolution of Breastfeeding and Gastrointestinal Complaints in Infant Twins with Plagiocephaly & Scaphocephaly Following Birth Trauma: A Case Series. Journal of Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health-Chiropractic. Collins, K, Alcantara, J, & Holt, K. Summary.
Evidence-Informed Pediatric Chiropractic: Investigational or Experimental? Journal of Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health-Chiropractic. Alcantara, J. Abstract.
Resolution of Frozen Shoulder Following Upper Cervical Chiropractic Care to Reduce Vertebral Subluxation. Annals of Vertebral Subluxation Research. Shin, M, & Alcantara, J. Abstract.
Improvement in a Patient with Disc Protrusion and Extruded Fragment Following Subluxation Based Chiropractic Care: A Case Study & Selective Review of the Literature. Annals of Vertebral Subluxation Research. Murphy, J, Morrison, T, Floyd, R, & Alcantara, J. Abstract.
Resolution of Hypertension in a 72-Year-Old Male Following Subluxation Based Chiropractic Care: A Case Report & Selective Review of the Literature. Annals of Vertebral Subluxation Research. Van Dyke, V, Russell, D, & Alcantara, J. Abstract.
Resolution of Adhesive Capsulitis Following Subluxation Based Chiropractic Care: A Case Series & Selective Review of the Literature.Annals of Vertebral Subluxation Research. Shin, M, & Alcantara, J. Abstract.
Resolution of Shoulder Pain in a 73 Year Old Female Following Chiropractic Care to Reduce Vertebral Subluxations. Annals of Vertebral Subluxation Research. Valcarcel, J, Varnum, C, Floyd, R, & Alcantara, J. Abstract.
Resolution of Neck Pain and Headaches in a 13 year old Female with Dandy Walker Syndrome & Vertebral Subluxations. Journal of Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health – Chiropractic. Maroon S, Floyd R, Varnum C, & Alcantara J.
A weight loss program in a chiropractic practice: A retrospective analysis. Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice. DeMaria, A, DeMaria, C, DeMaria, R, & Alcantara, J. Abstract.
An integrative review of the literature on the chiropractic care of infants with constipation. Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice. Alcantara, J, Alcantara, J, & Alcantara, J. Abstract.
Improvement in Congenital Torticollis, Plagiocephaly & Breastfeeding Issues in an Infant Following Subluxation Based Chiropractic Care: A Case Study. Journal of Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health-Chiropractic. Williams, S, & Alcantara, J. Summary.
Resolution of Chronic Cervicogenic Headaches in a 6 Year Old Male Following Care Directed at Vertebral Subluxations: A Case Report.Journal of Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health-Chiropractic. Olsen, R, & Alcantara, J. Abstract.
Resolution of Nocturnal Enuresis in a 10-year-old Child Following Chiropractic Care to Reduce Vertebral Subluxation: A Case Report.Journal of Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health-Chiropractic. Luscombe, S, Alcantara, J, Holmes, S, & Holt, K. Abstract.
Resolution of Otitis Media, Improvement in Hearing & Avoidance of Myringotomy Tubes Following Chiropractic Care in a Child: A Case Report & Selective Review of the Literature. Journal of Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health-Chiropractic. O’Connor, K, Schneider, G, & Alcantara, J. Abstract.
Successful Clinical Outcomes Confirmed via Ultrasound in a Patient with Placenta Previa and Breech Fetal Presentation with Chiropractic Care. Journal of Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health-Chiropractic. Edwards, J, & Alcantara, J. Abstract.
Breech Repositioning Unresponsive to Webster Technique: Further Clarification on the Clinical Intent and Effectivenes of the Technique.Journal of Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health-Chiropractic. Alcantara, J, & Ohm, J. Abstract.
Upper Cervical Care of Patients with Chronic Shoulder Pain and Restriction in Motion: A Case Series. Journal of Upper Cervical Chiropractic Research. Alcantara, J, Alcantara, J, & Alcantara, J. Abstract.
Improvement in Chronic Shoulder Pain & Vertebral Subluxation in an Adult Female Following Chiropractic Care. Annals of Vertebral Subluxation Research. Valcarcel, J, Varnum, C, Floyd, R, & Alcantara, J. Abstract.
Resolution of Bilateral Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Following Subluxation Based Chiropractic Care: A Case Study. Annals of Vertebral Subluxation Research. Murphy, J, Floyd, R, Varnum, C, & Alcantara, J. Abstract.
Resolution of Plantar Fasciitis Following Adjustment of Spinal & Extremity Subluxations. Annals of Vertebral Subluxation Research. Murphy, J, Floyd, R, Varnum, C, & Alcantara, J. Abstract.
Resolution of Severe Constipation, Vomiting and Leg Pain in a Child Undergoing Subluxation Based Chiropractic Care: A Case Report. Journal of Pediatric, Maternal and Family Health-Chiropractic. Mills, M, & Alcantara, J. Abstract.
Resolution of Pain and Breech Presentation Following Subluxation Based Chiropractic Care: A Case Report and Update of the Literature. Journal of Pediatric, Maternal and Family Health-Chiropractic. Juergens Clark, T, & Alcantara, J. Abstract.
The Chiropractic Care of an Adolescent with Tourette’s Syndrome Using the Pierce Results System. Journal of Pediatric, Maternal and Family Health-Chiropractic. DeMaria, A, DeMaria, C, DeMaria, R, & Alcantara, J. Abstract.
Improvement in Quality of Life for Six Pregnant Patients Undergoing Chiropractic Care: The Promise of PROMIS. Journal of Pediatric, Maternal and Family Health-Chiropractic. Alcantara, J, & Ohm, J. Abstract.
Contemporary Issues in the Chiropractic Care of Pregnant Women: Internal Carotid Artery Dissection Following Chiropractic Treatment in a Pregnant Woman with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus. Journal of Pediatric, Maternal and Family Health-Chiropractic. Alcantara, J, Alcantara, J, & Alcantara, J. Abstract.
The Care of a Teenage Girl with Migraine Headaches with the Advanced Orthogonal Procedure: A Case Report. Journal of Upper Cervical Chiropractic Research. Bernard, M, Alcantara, J, & Pierce, GS. Abstract.
A Retrospectiv Analysis of the Cultural Competence of Chiropractic Students in a Public Health Course. The Journal of Chiropractic Education. Khauv, K, & Alcantara, J. Abstract.
Immediate Resolution of Constipation in an Infant Following Chiropractic Care: A Case Report & Selective Review of the Literature.Journal of Pediatric, Maternal and Family Health. Kim, I, Hammon, K, Alcantara, J, & Holt, K. Abstract.
The Webster Technique: Definition, Application and Implications. Journal of Pediatric, Maternal and Family Health. Ohm, J, & Alcantara, J. Abstract.
Resolution of Secondary Amenorrhea of 20 Years in a Woman Undergoing Subluxation-Based Chiropractic Care. Journal of Pediatric, Maternal and Family Health. Ko, M, Khauv, K, & Alcantara, J. Abstract.
The Webster Technique: Results From a Practice-Based Research Network. Journal of Pediatric, Maternal and Family Health. Alcantara, J, Ohm, J, & Kunz, D. Abstract.
Systematic Review of Adverse Events Associated with Spinal Manipulation during Pregnancy and the Postpartum Period: Further Considerations. Chiropractic & Manual Therapies. Alcantara, J, Alcantara, J, & Alcantara, JD. Abstract.
The Characterisation and Response to Care of Pregnant Patients Receiving Chiropractic Care within a Practice-based Research Network. Chiropractic Journal of Australia. Alcantara, J, Ohm, J, Kunz, K, Alcantara, JD, & Alcantara, J. Abstract.
The Chiropractic Care of an 11-year-old with a Medical Diagnosis of Conversion Disorder. European Journal of Integrative Medicine. St. Martin, AS, & Alcantara, J. Abstract.
The Chiropractic Care of a 6-day-old Neonate with Breastfeeding Difficulties and Breastfeeding Jaundice. Chiropractic Journal of Australia. Bernard, M, & Alcantara, J. Abstract.
The Chiropractic Care of a Child with Extremity Tremors Concomitant with a Medical Diagnosis of Conversion Disorder. Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice. Alcantara, J, & Adamek, R. Abstract.
The Chiropractic Care of an Infant “Bottom Shuffler”: A Case Report and Review of the Literature. Chiropractic Journal of Australia. Bernard, M, & Alcantara, J. Abstract.
The Chiropractic Care of Patients with Asthma: A Systematic Review of the Literature to Inform Clinical Practice. Clinical Chiropractic.Alcantara, J, Alcantara, JD, & Alcantara, J. Abstract.
The Chiropractic Care of Patients with Cancer: A Systematic Review of the Literature. Integrative Cancer Therapies. Alcantara, J, Alcantara, JD, & Alcantara, J. Abstract.
What is the Evidence for Chiropractic Management of Infantile Colic? Further Considerations? Clinical Chiropractic. Alcantara, J, Alcantara, JD, & Alcantara, J.
The Infant Toggle Headpiece: Use and Application in Chiropractic Pediatrics . Journal of Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health – Chiropractic.Rubin, D, & Kunz, K. Abstract.
Resolution of Birth Induced Facial Asymmetry Following Chiropractic Care: A Case Report. Journal of Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health – Chiropractic. Généreux, C, & Alcantara, J. Abstract.
The Chiropractic Care of Children: An Open Response to Chiropractic & Manual Therapy’s Thematic Series on Pediatric Chiropractic.Journal of Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health-Chiropractic. Alcantara, J. Abstract.
Resolution of Breech Presentations Following Adjustment of Subluxations Utilizing the Webster Technique: A Case Series. Journal of Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health- Chiropractic. Alcantara, J, Martingano, S, Keeler, V, Schuster, L, & Ohm, J. Abstract.
Improvement in Autistic Behaviors Following Chiropractic Care: A Case Series. Journal of Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health-Chiropractic.Cleave, J, Alcantara, J, & Holt, K. Abstract.
Resolution of Chronic Constipation in a 7 Year Old Male Undergoing Subluxation Based Chiropractic Care: A Case Report. Journal of Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health-Chiropractic. Davis, J, & Alcantara, J. Abstract.
Resolution of Chronic Constipation in a Neonate Following Chiropractic Care to Reduce Vertebral Subluxation with Gonstead Technique.Journal of Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health-Chiropractic. Davis, J, & Alcantara, J. Abstract.
The Chiropractic Care of Infants with Colic: A Systematic Review of the Literature. EXPLORE: The Journal of Science and Healing. Alcantara, J, Alcantara, J, & Alcantara, J. Abstract.
A systematic Review of the Literature on the Chiropractic Care of Patients with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Explore: The Journal of Science and Healing Alcantara, J, Alcantara, JD, & Alcantara, J. Abstract.
Attitudes and views on chiropractic : A survey of United States midwives. Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice. Mullin, L, Alcantara, J, Barton, D, & Dever, L. Abstract.
The chiropractic care of children with “growing pains”: A case series and systematic review of the literature. Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice. Alcantara, J, & Davis, J. Abstract.
Letter to the Editor: Chiropractic Treatment for Asthma? You Bet! Journal of Asthma. Alcantara, J, Alcantara, JD, & Alcantara, J. Abstract
The Chiropractic Care of Children. The Journal of Alternative and Complimentary Medicine. Alcantara, J, Ohm, J, & Kunz, K. Full Text
Letters to the Editor: Chiropractic Care of Patients with Asthma: A Systematic Review of the Literature. Journal of the Canadian Chiropractic Association. Alcantara, J, Alcantara, JD, Alcantara, J, Kaminsky, A, Frazier, M, Gleberzon, B, & Johnson, K. Full Text
The Chiropractic Care of Children with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder: A Retrospective Case Series. EXPLORE: The Journal of Science and Healing. Alcantara, J, & Davis, J. Abstract
Chiropractic Care of a Pediatric Patient With Migraine-Type Headaches: A Case Report and Selective Review of the Literature. EXPLORE: The Journal of Science and Healing. Alcantara, J, & Pankonin, K. Abstract
A Critical Appraisal of the Systematic Review on Adverse Events Associated With Pediatric Spinal Manipulative Therapy: A Chiropractic Perspective. Journal of Pediatric, Maternal and Family Health – Chiropractic. Alcantara, J. Abstract
Improvement in Autism in a Child Coupled with Reduction in Vertebral Subluxations: A Case Study & Selective Review of the Literature. Journal of Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health – Chiropractic. Marini, NSC, & Marini, SC. Abstract
Improvement in a Pediatric Patient with Craniosynostosis Undergoing Chiropractic Care. Journal of Pediatric, Maternal and Family Health – Chiropractic. Alcantara, J, & Doucet, J. Abstract
Resolution of Nocturnal Enuresis and Vertebral Subluxation in a Pediatric Patient Undergoing Chiropractic Care: A Case Study & Review of the Literature. Journal of Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health – Chiropractic. Alcantara, J, & Weisberg, JE. Abstract
The Subtypes of Neuromusculoskeletal Pain Complaints of Pregnant Patients under Chiropractic Care. Clinical Chiropractic. Alcantara, J, Ohm, J, & Kunz, D. Abstract
Introductory Letters: Proceedings of the 2010 International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA) Research Conference. Journal of Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health-Chiropractic. Multiple Authors. Abstract.
A practice-based prosepective study on the incidence and prevalence of adverse events associated with pediatric chiropractic spinal manipulative therapy. Journal of Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health-Chiropractic. Alcantara, J, Ohm, J, & Kunz, K. Abstract.
The chiropractic care of a child with birth trauma. Journal of Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health. Genereux, C, & Alcantara, J. Abstract.
Letters to the Editor. Journal of Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health-Chiropractic. Fedorchuk, C, Oakley, P, Blum, C, Alcantara, J, & Doucet, J. Abstract.
Chiropractic Care of a Patient with Dystocia: A Case Report. Journal of Pediatric, Maternal and Family Health – Chiropractic. Alcantara, J, Ohm, J, & Ohm, J. Abstract
Chiropractic Care of a Pediatric Patient with Asthma, Allergies, Chronic Colds & Vertebral Subluxation. Journal of Pediatric, Maternal and Family Health-Chiropractic. Alcantara, J, Van Roo, L, & Oman, RE. Abstract
The Effects of Chiropractic on a Child with Transient Motor Tics using Gonstead & Toggle Techniques. Journal of Pediatric, Maternal and Family Health – Chiropractic. Alcantara, J, Davis, A, & Oman, RE. Abstract
Female Infertility, Subluxation & Chiropractic Care: A Case Series and Selective Review of the Literature. Journal of Pediatric, Maternal and Family Health – Chiropractic. Alcantara, J, Stern, G, & Oman, RE. Abstract
Chiropractic Care of a Patient with Dystocia & Pelvic Subluxation. Journal of Pediatric, Maternal and Family Health-Chiropractic. Alcantara, J, Ohm, J, & Ohm, J. Abstract.
Intractable Migraine Headaches During Pregnancy under Chiropractic Care.Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice. Alcantara, J, & Cossette, M. Abstract
Resolution of Torticolis, Neck Pain and Vertebral Subluxation in a Pediatric Patient Undergoing Chiropractic Care. Journal of Pediatric, Maternal and Family Health – Chiropractic. Alcantara, J, Fleuchaus, S, & Oman, RE. Abstract
The Safety and Effectiveness of Pediatric Chiropractic: A Survey of Chiropractors and Parents in a Practice-based Research Network. EXPLORE: The Journal of Science and Healing. Alcantara, J, Ohm, J, & Kunz, D. Full Text
Chiropractic Care of a 3-Year-Old Male with Sleep Disordered Breathing Syndrome. The Chiropractic Journal of Australia. Alcantara, J, Desilets, J, & Oman, RE. Abstract
The Chiropractic Care of a Gravid Patient with a History of Multiple Caesarean Births. Journal of Vertebral Subluxation Research. Alcantara, J & Hammel, I. Full Text
Chiropractic Care of a Patient with Erb’s Palsy with a Review of the Literature. Clinical Chiropractic. Alcantara, JD, Alcantara, J, & Alcantara, J. Abstract
Chiropractic Care of a Pediatric Patient with Symptoms Associated with Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, Fuss-cry-irritability with Sleep Disorder Syndrome and Irritable Infant Syndrome of Musculoskeletal Origin. The Journal of Canadian Chiropractic Association. Alcantara, J & Anderson, R. Abstract
Paediatric Chiropractic Care of a Patient with Recurrent Abdominal Pain. The Chiropractic Journal of Australia. Alcantara, J, Swoboda, B, & Oman, RE. Abstract
The Presenting Complaints of Pediatric Patients to Chiropractors: Results from a Practice-based Research Program. Clinical Chiropractic. Alcantara, J. Abstract
The Successful Resolution of Chronic Constipation in Three Pediatric Patients with Adjustments to Sites of Vertebral Subluxations: A Case Series. Clinical Chiropractic. Meyer, DM & Alcantara, J. Abstract
Treatment-related Aggravations, Complications and Improvements Attributed to Chiropractic Spinal Manipulative Therapy of Pediatric Patients: A Practice-based Survey of Practitioners. Focus on Alternative and Complementary Therapies. Alcantara, J, Ohm, J, & Kunz, D. Abstract
Treatment of acute bacterial maxillary sinusitis with EPs 7630-solution: A randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial. Focus on Alternative and Complementary Therapies. Alcantara, J, Ohm, J, & Kunz, D. Abstract.
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