Saturday, June 9, 2012

It's True - Chiropractic Appointments Can Be Effective During Pregnancy

By Dr Steve Schram


Unfortunately, there are many expectant women who are unaware of the wonderful benefits of chiropractic treatment.Pregnant women can find a large amount of comfort during their pregnancy by seeking care from a chiropractor. The majority of women fear morning sickness and, of course, the delivery. However, many women find that their lower back takes a large amount of strain, an issue that can become almost unbearable during the last trimester. One of the most common complaints of mothers-to-be, according to the American pregnancy Association, is back pain. It is estimated that somewhere between 50 and 70% of expecting women experience lower back pain. And, it's more than a a pain. Back pain can lead to headaches, difficulty walking, interruptions in sleep, among other issues that can make any woman miserable.

What causes back pain? As the baby progressively grows in size, it is unavoidable that more strain will be placed on the womans abs and back. Poor posture, maternal weight gain, and a surge in joint-loosening hormones like relaxin and estrogen can contribute as well. Add it all up, and vertebrae can be easily misaligned, causing other aches and pains in joints and muscles. Fortunately, this common ailment can be alleviated through safe chiropractic care. This professional care can both alleviate pain as well as prevent its occurrence in the first place. If you do not have to undergo this pain, why do it? This is one discomfort of child bearing you can actually do something about!

Each licensed practitioner has received the training necessary to provide treatment to mothers-to-be. Treating mothers-to-be is an integral part of his or her schooling. There are even some practitioners who specialize in this form of treatment. These techniques are used to reduce uterine pressure and soothe the nerves and make chiropractic care safe during pregnancy. The practitioner will also be able to provide you with tips on how to minimize your pain and strengthen your back so as to improve your posture. These can make you more comfortable, and also get your body in shape for a healthy delivery.

Along will relieving lower back pain, treatments of this kind has been shown to successfully shift babies who are breech. The low-stress, non-invasive Webster Technique relaxes the ligaments around the uterus, making it easier for the baby to turn head-down naturally. The baby does not have to undergo any force or pressure. This technique is not only effective, but also painless and risk-free. The Webster Technique is most commonly used at the end of the last trimester when the breech position is of immediate concern.

Pregnancy brings with it a great many aches and pains. Receiving the proper care will allow you to stay as pain-free as possible and will reduce the bodys stress so as to improve your delivery. In order to alleviate this pain and make expectant mothers more comfortable, treatment can be just the answer.




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