In our Chiropractic office here in Ballincollig, Cork we have the great privilege to give mums the gift of Chiropractic care. Chiropractic care can help you have a healthier pregnancy.
From conception your body changes in amazing ways to help grow your little baby. So is it any wonder why you may experience these symptoms;
- Headaches
- Nausea
- Reflux
- Low back and sciatic pain
Although these are common symptoms during pregnancy there is something you can do to alleviate and have a better, easier pregnancy and labour.
Lets talk about the changes that happen in your body
While you’re innately designed to adapt to your pregnancy, pregnancy can also increase your chances of spinal and pelvic misalignments causing nerve system interference (in Chiropractic we call these subluxations).
As your baby grows, your breasts, uterus and abdominals will get heavier pulling your spine forward creating an anterior pelvic tilt.
Your increased low back curve can be the cause of low back, sacral and pubic symphysis subluxations resulting in pain in the lower body.
Your uterus will need more space so there will be pressure on your diaphragm and oesophagus which can cause subluxations in the mid back along with reflux and heartburn.
Subluxations in the neck can cause muscle tension and headaches.
To further aggravate this postural demand, hormones such as relaxin are coursing through your body causing ligaments to relax and joints to loosen.
Weight gain + hormonal changes + sedentary lifestyle = the increased possibility of subluxation
So what can You do?
Doctors of Chiropractic are trained to detect subluxations and correct them by adjustments
Your uterus is where your baby grows so it’s important that its alignment and function be at its best.
Imagine your uterus as a growing balloon that is anchored to your pelvis by ligaments. These ligaments stretch as your uterus grows. If your pelvis is out of alignment there will be tension on your muscles, ligaments and uterus and this can cause unwanted symptoms and affect your baby’s position.
The Websters Technique is a specific and gentle Chiropractic analysis and adjustment. It is used to balance pelvis, sacrum and ligaments and optimise nerve system function.
A balanced pelvis decreases tension on your uterus therefore leading to a safer easier birth for both Mom and baby.
Is Chiropractic safe during Pregnancy?
There have been no side effects or complications reported to date
Potential Benefits of Chiropractic Care During Pregnancy
Decrease symptoms of nausea and reflux
Relieve back pain and sciatic pain
Optimal baby Position
Potential Benefits of Chiropractic Care During Labour
Decrease time in labour
Reduce the need for painkillers
Decrease the potential for a c-section
You and your baby deserve Chiropractic Care throughout your pregnancy. If you have any further questions or would like to book an appointment please call our office in Ballincollig at 021 487 8465.
