Author(s)

Michael Oppelt, Virginia Barber, Susan Larkin, Brennan Roberts

Palmer College of Chiropractic, Davenport, IA, USA.

The purpose of this case study is to describe the chiropractic care of a 4-year-old male patient with agenesis of the corpus callosum. Methods: Chiropractic care plan consisted of weekly appointments with the inclusion of at-home exercises coupled with academic intervention of physical and occupational therapies and assistive gait devices. Functional changes were monitored via objective clinic findings, independent clinical examination, and parental observation. Results: Agitated flexion contracted non-weight bearing child with gastrointestinal dysfunction and developmentally shunted growth responds to co-managed chiropractic care. Focus on aiding structural balance helped improve the weight bearing movement and mobility, physical calmness and contentment, emotional and verbal communication, as well as gastointestinal function. Discussion: This therapeutic approach decreased aberrant posture and enhanced quality of life. Conclusion: Chiropractic care in combination with academic intervention improved this child’s postural abnormalities, attitude, and cognitive development warranting consideration in subsequent care investigation.

Agenesis of Corpus Callosum (AgCC), Chiropractic, Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (DNS), Individualized Educational Program (IEP)

Oppelt, M. , Barber, V. , Larkin, S. and Roberts, B. (2016) Spinal Manipulation and Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization Care for a 4-Year-Old Patient with Agenesis of the Corpus Callosum. Journal of Behavioral and Brain Science, 6, 498-508. doi: 10.4236/jbbs.2016.612045.