Is Chiropractic care safe during pregnancy?
There are no known contraindications to chiropractic care throughout pregnancy. Dr. Dodge is trained to work with women who are pregnant or who are trying to conceive. She has a special table that adjusts for a pregnant woman’s body and she uses techniques that avoid unneeded pressure on the abdomen as the baby grows.
Why should I have chiropractic care during pregnancy?
During pregnancy, weight-bearing changes occur. This can cause an added stress to the spine. Chiropractic care during pregnancy not only can help you to stay more comfortable, but can also help to facilitate your birth.
Establishing pelvic balance and alignment is important during pregnancy. When the pelvis is misaligned it may reduce the amount of room available for the developing baby. This restriction is called intrauterine constraint. A misaligned pelvis may also make it difficult for the baby to get into the best possible position for delivery.
Chiropractic care during pregnancy has been shown to significantly reduce the length of time a woman labors. First time moms averaged a 24 percent shorter labor, while mothers who have already given birth experienced a 39 reduction reduction in the average labor length, compared to controls (Fallon, 1991). Chiropractic adjustments during pregnancy can also reduce the likelihood of experiencing back labor (Diakow, 1991). Regular chiropractic adjustments can safely continue up until the time of birth (Penna, 1989).
The nervous system is the master communication system to all the body systems including the reproductive system. Keeping the spine aligned helps the entire body work more effectively.
What are the benefits of chiropractic care during pregnancy?
Chiropractic care during pregnancy may provide benefits for women who are pregnant. Potential benefits of chiropractic care during pregnancy include:
- Maintaining a healthier pregnancy
- Controlling symptoms of nausea or acid reflux
- Reducing the time of labor and delivery
- Relieving back pain, neck pain, joint pain, or sciatica
- Prevent a potential cesarean section
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