Women’s Health: Chiropractic treatment during pregnancy and after

Pregnancy is a life-changing experience in which a woman goes through tremendous body-changes and pain. Around 50% of women who undergo pregnancy will experience pain and aching in their back, pelvis and hips. As the baby grows the mother’s weight also increases significantly which applies more pressure to the spine which can lead to stress in the joints and curvature in the upper spine. This can impact your posture drastically as the centre of gravity will shift along with the weight. Even after pregnancy most women will experience pain in their upper shoulders. These physical changes during pregnancy can lead to misaligned spine and joints. 

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Other changes during pregnancy includes: 

  • Protruding abdomen 

  • Curvature of the spine 

  • Changes to your pelvis

Chiropractors can address underlying issues regarding back pain and shoulder pain to make you feel more comfortable during your pregnancy. Studies have shown that 75% of pregnant chiropractic care patients reported stress and pain relief. Chiropractic adjustments are designed to help you improve your posture and re-establish alignment and restore movement to your pelvis and spine.

Chiropractors can address and offer benefits during during your pregnancy by: 

  • Helping you maintain a healthier and comfortable delivery 

  • Relieve pain in the back, hips, joins and neck 

  • Relieve stress 

  • Help control symptoms of nausea 

Why chiropractic adjustment is good for post-partum pregnancy

Seeing a chiropractor during your pregnancy is as important as seeing one after your childbirth. As your body has gone through drastic changes it requires time and training for it to be rehabilitated to its original condition. 

The chiropractors will help you to focus on your spine to speed up the healing process around your back, spine, pelvis and shoulders. The chiropractor will adjust your body to relieve the stress surrounding the trauma that occurred during pregnancy and focus on realigning the spine  to promote good posture and health. Chiropractors will also give you advice and exercise tips best suited for your body to heal quicker. 

If you have any further inquiries, give us a call at (02) 8964 6385 for a consultation with Dr Stephen Yoon or Dr Andrew Al Hage and let the professionals look after your health.

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