I would be very careful taking a newborn to a chiropractor, and only on the advice of a physician. Also, you can find chiropractors who are also MDs or who have some kind of (forgive me) "real" medical training. I don't think all chiropractors are quacks, but I also am not sure I believe in subluxation theory (pinched nerves caused by vertebral misalignment cause reflecting problems in the areas served by those nerves). The only malady for which chiropractic has been clinically proven to be effective is in treating lower back pain. Even so, you shouldn't have to go back every 3-4 weeks to stay healthy. I am much more in favor of a holistic approach - manipulations where appropriate, combined with massage, exercises/stretching, and proper medical care where warranted.
Because newborns are so fragile and they're still developing, you'd want to check out a chiropractor the same way you'd check out any doctor. Get referrals, see if they've had complaints or licensure problems, consult with them before treatment. And be very suspicious of anyone who questions germ theory or discourages you from using traditional medicine.
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