With puberty come hormonal changes, a new self-consciousness, awkwardness and a lack of coordination. A host of nonspecific aches, pains and muscle spasms often appear.

“Why Do I Get Cramps in My Legs?”

These so-called “growing pains” may be common, but they are not normal.

That they seem to resolve on their own is merely a tribute to the adaptive qualities of children’s growing bodies. Uneven leg length, unbalanced hips and other underlying spinal distortions often go unnoticed.

We see the results years later in adults with chronic, more difficult-to-correct problems.

Parents who want their children to enjoy their fullest potential consult our practice to help assure proper growth and development.

“My Head Hurts”

Aches and pains at any age are signs that something isn’t right. It’s convenient to treat the symptoms with a couple of aspirin or some other medication.

But should you?

Worse, what do you teach your child when you help her feel better by taking a drug? How will you explain the difference between a “good” drug and a “bad” drug?

Virtually every drug has side effects. Will your child be the one to experience stomach bleeding, liver damage or other side effects from popular over-the-counter pain relievers?