The Benefits of Prenatal Chiropractic Care for Expectant Mothers

By: Dr. Stephany Uc
Posted: February 28, 2022

A woman’s body goes through many changes during pregnancy to help prepare for delivery. Many adjustments occur over these nine months to suit a developing child. These may cause pain and discomfort for some women.

Even though some have special training in prenatal therapy, all chiropractors can treat pregnant women. In training, they learn to use a unique table that considers the physical changes of pregnancy. 

• Relief From Back Pain

One of the most frequent concerns among expectant mothers is back pain. Back pain will affect about 50 percent of all expectant mothers at some stage before delivery. The weakening of ligaments and joints before delivery often results in back pain. Regular adjustments made during pregnancy might relieve discomfort brought on by back pain.

• Pelvic Balance

This one is crucial for mothers who worry whether their baby will be in the breech position during labor. The changes during pregnancy, including gait and sleep patterns, can affect labor. There is evidence that prenatal chiropractic care helps maintain pelvic balance. It allows newborns to transition more easily into the ideal prenatal position.

The therapy will relieve postural discomfort and change the body for optimal health and wellness. It does this by realigning the spinal column and regaining pelvic balance.

Researchers found that 82 percent of breech baby adjustments performed were successful.

• Managing Nausea

Pregnant women who suffer from severe morning sickness and nausea can find significant relief. Everyone who has experienced pregnancy sickness will attest that it does not always occur in the morning. While some pregnant women may find relief from nausea from certain drugs or changes in diet, a more holistic approach may be preferable.

Chiropractic care focuses on spinal column realignment. It helps by doing the following:

• Enhance hormonal balance

• Treat nausea and vomiting

• Improve the digestive problems that trigger nausea during pregnancy

• Relief From Pregnancy Aches and Pains

During pregnancy, a developing belly is something to treasure, but it also tips the body off balance. It is no secret that physical pressure on a mother during pregnancy results from several factors. For one, the crucial hormone relaxin prepares your body to loosen, develop, and stretch. But it can also cause havoc on previously secure joints.

Fortunately, chiropractic care is a holistic, risk-free solution to treat the wide range of aches and pains of pregnancy. Although pregnancy-related pain is common, you do not have to put up with it. Studies assert that chiropractic treatment during pregnancy can improve several aches and pains.

• Better Sleep

During pregnancy, poor sleeping posture can cause discomfort and restlessness. Unfortunately, this results in many women getting less sleep when needed. Expecting mothers can learn techniques for proper sleep posture with the help of a chiropractor.

• Posture

Pregnant women should avoid arching their backs. It is common throughout pregnancy and can lead to chronic back injury and pain. You will discover how to maintain a straight back under the direction of a chiropractor.

For more on the benefits of prenatal chiropractic care for expectant mothers, call (817) 562-8855 for Thrive Chiropractic in Keller,  Texas.