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Your baby stops arching their back during feedings. The constant spit-up after every meal finally slows down. You’re not changing outfits three times before noon or wondering if something’s seriously wrong.
When reflux improves, sleep improves. Not just for your baby, but for you. Feedings become less stressful because your baby isn’t fighting the bottle or breast anymore. You stop second-guessing every cry or wondering if it’s gas, reflux, or something else entirely.
Our chiropractic care for infant reflux in Journal Square, NJ focuses on removing nervous system interference that can trigger digestive issues. When your baby’s spine and nervous system function properly, their body can regulate digestion the way it’s supposed to. That means less painful gas in newborns, fewer episodes of baby spitting up after every feeding, and real relief from the symptoms that have been exhausting both of you.
Dr. Paul Roses has been serving families in Journal Square and throughout Hudson County since 1981. He originally wanted to be a pediatrician because he wanted to help as many children as possible. Chiropractic gave him a way to do that without relying on drugs or invasive procedures.
Journal Square has over 17,000 residents, and about 16% of them are children under 15. That means there are a lot of young families here dealing with the same thing you’re going through. Dr. Roses has worked with hundreds of infants experiencing reflux, colic, and feeding difficulties. He’s seen what works and what doesn’t.
His approach is simple: gentle adjustments using techniques specifically designed for infants. No forceful twisting or cracking. Just careful, precise contact that helps your baby’s nervous system communicate clearly with their digestive system.
Your first visit starts with questions. When did the reflux start? How often does your baby spit up? Are they gaining weight? Do they seem uncomfortable during or after feedings? We need to understand what’s happening before we can help.
Next comes a gentle examination. We’ll check your baby’s spine for areas of tension or misalignment, especially around the neck and upper back. Birth trauma, even from normal deliveries, can create stress in these areas that affects how the nervous system controls digestion.
The adjustment itself is incredibly gentle. The pressure used is about the same as testing a tomato for ripeness. Most babies don’t cry. Many actually fall asleep during treatment. We focus on specific areas where nerve interference might be triggering reflux symptoms.
You’ll also get guidance on positioning, feeding techniques, and other natural remedies for colic and reflux that can support your baby’s progress between visits. How many sessions for infant reflux depends on your baby’s specific situation, but many parents notice improvement after just one or two adjustments.
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Our chiropractic care for infant reflux isn’t just about the adjustment. You’ll learn how to recognize signs your baby has a nervous system imbalance, like excessive arching, one-sided head turning, or difficulty settling even when fed and changed.
We’ll explain what’s causing your baby’s symptoms in terms that actually make sense. No medical jargon. No vague explanations. Just clear information about how spinal alignment affects nerve function and how nerve function affects digestion.
In Journal Square, where 52.5% of households are families, you’re not alone in dealing with this. About 60-70% of infants between 3-4 months old experience reflux. But only about 5% still have it by their first birthday. Chiropractic care can help your baby move through this phase faster and with less discomfort.
You’ll also get realistic expectations. Some babies improve dramatically after one visit. Others need several adjustments over a few weeks. We’ll monitor your baby’s progress and adjust the treatment plan based on what’s actually working. And if chiropractic care isn’t the right fit for your baby’s specific situation, we’ll tell you that too.
Most parents notice some change within the first one to three visits. Your baby might spit up less frequently, seem more comfortable during feedings, or sleep for longer stretches. But every baby is different.
Some infants respond quickly because their reflux is primarily caused by nerve interference from spinal misalignment. Others have multiple factors contributing to their symptoms, which means improvement takes longer. We typically recommend starting with two visits in the first week, then reassessing based on your baby’s response.
If you’re seeing clear improvement, visits might spread out to once a week, then every other week. If there’s no change after three or four adjustments, that’s a sign that something else might be going on. Chiropractic care works best when the root cause is nervous system interference. It’s not a cure-all, and we won’t pretend it is.
The pressure we use during an infant adjustment is extremely light. If you’ve ever gently pressed on a tomato to see if it’s ripe, that’s about the same amount of force. There’s no popping, cracking, or twisting involved.
Your baby will lie on a padded table or in your arms, depending on what’s most comfortable. We use our fingertips to apply precise, controlled pressure to specific points along your baby’s spine, usually focusing on the upper neck and mid-back areas where nerve interference commonly affects digestion.
Most babies don’t cry during adjustments. Some actually fall asleep because the gentle pressure is soothing. If your baby does fuss, it’s usually because they don’t like being still, not because the adjustment hurts. The whole process takes just a few minutes. You’ll be right there the entire time, and you can hold your baby immediately after.
Excessive arching of the back, especially during or after feedings, is a common sign. So is a strong preference for turning their head to one side or difficulty settling even when all their basic needs are met. You might also notice your baby has trouble latching or seems uncomfortable in certain positions.
Frequent hiccups, constant spit-up, painful gas, and disrupted sleep patterns can all point to nervous system interference affecting digestion. Some babies also show signs like clenched fists, stiff legs, or an inability to relax even when being held.
These symptoms don’t automatically mean your baby needs chiropractic care, but they’re worth evaluating. Birth trauma, even from uncomplicated deliveries, can create tension in the spine that affects how nerves communicate with the digestive system. A gentle examination can determine whether spinal misalignment is contributing to your baby’s discomfort.
Research shows no serious adverse effects from chiropractic treatment in infants. The techniques we use are completely different from adult adjustments. There’s no forceful manipulation or high-velocity movements. Just gentle, specific pressure applied to areas where nerve interference might be causing problems.
Dr. Roses has been working with infants since 1981. He’s trained in pediatric techniques that prioritize safety and comfort. The adjustment itself uses less pressure than you’d use to rub your baby’s back during burping.
That said, chiropractic care works best as part of a team approach. You should still work with your pediatrician, especially if your baby has been diagnosed with GERD or is experiencing poor weight gain. We can coordinate with your other healthcare providers to make sure everyone’s on the same page about your baby’s care.
The muscle between your baby’s esophagus and stomach isn’t fully developed yet. That’s the main reason reflux is so common in infants. When that muscle is weak or immature, stomach contents can easily flow back up, especially after feedings when the stomach is full.
But nerve interference can make this worse. The vagus nerve controls digestion, and if there’s tension or misalignment in the upper spine where this nerve exits, it can affect how well your baby’s digestive system functions. That means more frequent spit-up, more discomfort, and more difficulty keeping feedings down.
Our chiropractic adjustments address the spinal component. By removing nerve interference, your baby’s body can regulate digestion more effectively. This doesn’t change the fact that their digestive system is still maturing, but it can reduce the frequency and severity of reflux episodes while that process happens. Most babies outgrow reflux by 12 months, but chiropractic care can make those months a lot easier for everyone.
Yes. Gas and reflux often go hand in hand because they’re both related to digestive function. When your baby’s nervous system isn’t communicating clearly with their digestive organs, food doesn’t move through their system as efficiently as it should. That leads to gas buildup, bloating, and discomfort.
Gentle adjustments can improve nerve function to the digestive tract, which helps your baby process feedings more smoothly. Better digestion means less gas, less bloating, and less of that painful crying that comes when your baby can’t pass gas on their own.
You’ll also get practical advice on feeding positions, burping techniques, and other natural approaches that can reduce gas. Some babies benefit from more frequent, smaller feedings. Others do better with specific holds that put gentle pressure on the belly. We’ll work with you to figure out what combination of chiropractic care and at-home strategies works best for your baby’s specific needs.
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