Pregnancy/Childbirth
Chiropractic Care During Pregnancy: A Natural Approach to a Healthy Pregnancy
At Perfect Alignment Chiropractic, we understand that pregnancy is a time of immense change in a woman’s body. As your body adapts to the growing life inside you, it’s common to experience discomfort, misalignment, and pain, particularly in the lower back, pelvis, and hips. Chiropractic care offers a safe, natural way to alleviate these pregnancy-related discomforts and support your body through this transformative period.
Why Chiropractic Care Is Beneficial During Pregnancy
During pregnancy, your body undergoes various physical and hormonal changes that can impact your spine and joints. The growing belly shifts your center of gravity, causing postural changes that may lead to misalignment. Additionally, the hormone relaxin is released, which loosens ligaments to prepare the body for childbirth but can also lead to instability in the joints.
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Chiropractic care helps address these changes by:
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Reducing Back and Hip Pain: Misalignments in the spine or pelvis can lead to discomfort, particularly in the lower back and hips. Chiropractic adjustments help relieve pressure and promote better alignment, providing relief from pain.
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Improving Pelvic Balance: Proper alignment of the pelvis is essential for the baby’s optimal positioning. Chiropractic care can reduce intrauterine constraints and ensure that your pelvis is balanced, making delivery smoother and reducing the risk of complications like breech positions.
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Easing Sciatica Pain: Sciatica, a condition where the sciatic nerve is compressed, is common during pregnancy. Chiropractic adjustments help relieve pressure on the nerve, alleviating pain, numbness, or tingling sensations that can run from your lower back down the legs.
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Supporting Better Sleep and Mobility: Regular chiropractic care can improve your overall comfort, helping you move more freely and sleep more soundly as your pregnancy progresses.
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The Webster Technique is a chiropractic method used during pregnancy to balance the pelvis, relieve discomfort, and support optimal fetal positioning. It's especially helpful for aligning the pelvis, which can reduce the likelihood of breech positioning and promote a safer, more comfortable birth experience.
Is Chiropractic Care Safe During Pregnancy?
Yes, chiropractic care is safe for pregnant women! Chiropractors who are experienced in prenatal care use gentle, specialized techniques designed to accommodate the needs of expecting mothers. Our office is equipped with pregnancy-specific adjusting tables and supports, ensuring comfort during every visit.
Additionally, chiropractors who care for pregnant patients are trained to avoid techniques that put unnecessary pressure on the abdomen. The adjustments are gentle and targeted, focusing on the spine and pelvis to promote overall health and wellness.
Benefits of Chiropractic Care for Both Mother and Baby
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Healthier Pregnancy: Regular chiropractic care promotes overall wellness during pregnancy, helping to reduce the common discomforts associated with it.
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Easier Delivery: By maintaining proper pelvic alignment and reducing tension in the lower back and hips, chiropractic care can contribute to a more efficient and less painful labor and delivery experience.
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Postpartum Recovery: Chiropractic care doesn't end at childbirth. It can also help support postpartum recovery by restoring balance to the spine and pelvis after delivery, helping new mothers regain their strength and comfort.
Integrating Chiropractic with Prenatal Care
Chiropractic care is a natural complement to your prenatal routine. Whether you’re experiencing pregnancy-related discomfort or simply want to support your body’s changing needs, chiropractic care provides a drug-free, holistic option to keep you and your baby healthy throughout the pregnancy.
If you’re expecting or planning a pregnancy, Perfect Alignment Chiropractic is here to help you enjoy a healthier, more comfortable pregnancy. Contact us today to learn more about our prenatal chiropractic services or to schedule a consultation with Dr. Eddie. We are dedicated to helping you achieve optimal health during this special time of your life.
Infants/Children
Newborns may experience misalignments (subluxations) during birth or as a result of their developing spine. These misalignments can affect the nervous system, potentially contributing to issues like colic, reflux, breastfeeding difficulties, constipation, and sleep disturbances. The adjustments performed on infants are extremely gentle, often using the same pressure you would apply to test the ripeness of a tomato.
For children, regular chiropractic care can address common concerns such as posture issues, growing pains, and sports injuries, promoting better physical function and wellbeing as they grow. Chiropractic adjustments can also support the immune system, help improve concentration, and contribute to overall wellness.
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The ICPA advocates for chiropractic as a complementary, non-invasive healthcare option, supporting the body’s natural healing processes without the use of medication or surgery.
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Are you ready to give your child the best start in life? Contact us today to schedule a consultation and learn how chiropractic care can support your family’s health naturally!