Children Often subluxations occur early in life. Subluxations can be caused by a traumatic birth, (to both the mother and the child), or even simple childhood injuries. These early Subluxations are the worst because they occur while the body is still developing, and the body tends to adapt to these changes readily. As this adaptation takes place the function of the structures that are adapting also change. These changes are called degenerative changes and lead to problems later in life. Often times these degenerative changes do not become apparent until the second to third decade of life. The good news is that once the nervous system is cleared of irritation, children heal at a much-accelerated rate as compared to adults. The answer to the question is simple. You get your children Adjusted so that they will not be plagued with the same problems that you are experiencing today.