During pregnancy, your body is going through several physical changes in preparation to create an environment for a developing baby. As the baby grows, a protruding abdomen and increased back curve cause postural adaptations which can result in a misaligned spine or a bulging disc resulting in sciatica. You get back pain, headaches, and sciatica. Chiropractic care can decrease these discomforts. These issues can be linked spinal imbalances. This imbalance occurs when a spine is misaligned and pressing on some nerves. Realigning your spine helps your nerves to communicate with the rest of your body and create homeostasis again.
Pelvic Changes
When your body changes through pregnancy, your spine is not the only thing that can become misaligned. Pelvic changes can lead to misaligned joints, and when the pelvis is misaligned, it may reduce the amount of room available for the developing baby. This can cause problems during the delivery stage, narrowing the amount of room for a baby to be delivered. This restriction is called intrauterine constraint. A properly aligned pelvis can help the baby get into the best position for delivery and reduce the chance of breech and posterior positions that can affect the mother’s ability to have a natural birth. Larry Webster, D.C., developed a specific chiropractic analysis and adjustment for pregnant women which is now referred to as the Webster Technique. This technique establishes a balance in the pregnant woman’s pelvis and reduces the stress to her uterus and supporting ligaments. We work with pregnant women and know how to realign the pelvis safely.
Benefits of chiropractic care during Pregnancy
Receiving chiropractic care during pregnancy include benefits such as:
- Relieving back, joint, and neck pain
- Maintaining a healthier pregnancy by aligning the spine and pelvis
- Reducing labor and delivery time
- Reducing the chance of a breech delivery
Is chiropractic care safe during pregnancy?
Most chiropractors are trained to work with women who are pregnant or trying to conceive and supporting the wellness of a woman is a routine care for our chiropractors. There are no known contraindications to chiropractic care throughout the entire pregnancy.
Seeing a chiropractor can make pregnancy and delivery more comfortable and safe. Make this pregnancy easier for yourself by contacting Columbus East Chiropractic. By taking care of your spinal and pelvic health, you will be doing all you can to have a healthy pregnancy.