12/26/2025
When your little one can’t breathe easily, every parent feels it. Croup, that barking cough with noisy, labored breathing, is usually caused by viral inflammation in the upper airways. But here’s the part most parents never hear: your child’s nervous system plays a major role in how well their body manages inflammation, breathes, and heals.
The nerves that support the lungs, diaphragm, and airways come from the cervical (neck) and thoracic (mid-back) spine. When there’s interference in these areas, the body can’t coordinate breathing muscles, regulate inflammation, or activate its natural healing response the way it should.
Here’s how chiropractic care supports kids during respiratory challenges like croup:
🫁 Clears nervous system interference in the thoracic spine so the brain and lungs communicate better, helping with oxygen exchange and breathing coordination.
⚡ Supports vagus nerve function, which helps regulate airway dilation and inflammation.
💪 Reduces tension in the diaphragm and intercostal muscles so your child can take deeper, easier breaths.
🧠 Activates the parasympathetic nervous system, shifting the body into “rest and heal” mode.
✨ Encourages lymphatic drainage in the chest and throat to reduce congestion and swelling.
🔗 Improves rib mobility and chest expansion for more effective breathing.
Parents often notice with consistent chiropractic care:
• Easier breathing
• Shorter symptom duration
• Fewer croup episodes
• Better sleep
• Faster recovery
• Reduced need for interventions
We’re not treating croup, we’re removing interference so your child’s innate intelligence can do what it’s designed to do: heal.
If your child struggles with croup, asthma, frequent colds, or trouble breathing, let’s assess their nervous system. When their body communicates clearly, everything works better, including those precious lungs.
