Pregnancy is Better with Chiropractic Care

 
One of our favorite types of patients to help with chiropractic care is pregnant mothers. This is because 1) they often respond well to care and appreciate the benefits of an easier, more comfortable pregnancy, and 2) improving mom's health can benefit the health of the baby at the same time.

Avoid The Need for Medications With Chiropractic

The body goes through significant changes to support a developing baby, and this can result in discomfort. Pelvic area pain is most common during pregnancy while low back pain is most common following pregnancy. Those with both pelvic and back pain lasting 3 months after delivery are at the greatest risk of unresolving pain, with 30% becoming chronic. Instead of resorting to medication, chiropractic care provides an effective drug-free option to relieve pain and improve function again.

Chiropractic care during pregnancy is a great solution to avoid medications that may be harmful to the baby or cause side effects for mom. A drug-free approach like chiropractic adjusting helps alleviate pains and improve the ability to be active without the known or sometimes unknown risks of medication. Researchers are increasingly questioning the use of even tylenol during pregnancy which has been recommended for years as a safer alternative  to other medications.

Chiropractic Adjusting for Pregnant Moms

During pregnancy, chiropractic techniques may be modified to make treatment as comfortable as possible. Special tables allow mom to lie on her stomach in a comfortable position without pressure on the abdomen. In this position, chiropractic adjustments can be made to help reduce muscle tightness, improve joint motion, reduce swelling and inflammation, and ease discomfort.

Your chiropractic physician will provide other helpful tips to feel your best and be your healthiest during pregnancy. These often include advice on exercises, posture, diet, and other beneficial lifestyle habits. The combination of chiropractic care and healthy habits results in a healthier and happier pregnancy for mom and baby. Make sure to include a doctor of chiropractic on your pregnancy care team.