Chiropractic Care During Pregnancy

Pregnancy can be tough on the body with many suffering from aches and pains in the back, hips and legs. However, a chiropractor can provide immediate and long-term relief to pregnant patients.

Why use a Chiropractor during pregnancy?

During pregnancy, a woman’s body goes through many physical and hormonal changes. These can have a big impact on your posture and how comfortable you are. As your pregnancy progresses, your body will also begin to prepare for labour which can cause further aches and pains in your hips, buttock and back.

Regular visits to a chiropractor can help with these and also prepare your pelvis and spine for labour.

What can a Chiropractor treat in pregnancy?

A chiropractor can help provide relief from a number of different conditions that pregnant women may experience. These include:

What are the benefits of chiropractic care in pregnancy?

As well as helping relieve aches and pains, it can:

Is Chiropractic treatment safe during pregnancy?

Chiropractic techniques focus on spinal adjustments and massage therapy to help with misaligned joints. There are no drugs or surgery involved which means it’s completely safe for before, during and after pregnancy.

It’s best described as a physical therapy that reduces joint, nerve and muscle stress and promotes health around the body.

What can I expect during the treatment?

Our chiropractors have been trained to treat women who are pregnant. Our tables are able to accommodate you and we also have a range of accessories and pillows to ensure that you’re as comfortable as possible. Our techniques will also not put pressure on the abdomen.

Every treatment we offer will be personal to you, and we’ll also provide you with stretches and exercises to carry out at home. This will relieve tension and any discomfort.

If you’re interested, why not arrange a consultation? Here, we can discuss whether this treatment could work for you and book a visit.

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Yes. Chiropractic treatment can help realign your pelvis which can provide more space for your baby and an easier labour.
While it is completely safe, you may want to get your doctor’s approval before booking any treatment.

If you suffer from vaginal bleeding, ruptured amniotic membranes, cramping, sudden onset of pelvic pain, placenta previa, or placenta abruption, you should not use chiropractic treatment.

Yes, chiropractic techniques can be enjoyed during all trimesters. 
No, the treatment itself won’t hurt and our chiropractors will make sure that you’re fully comfortable before beginning.
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