Chiropractic and Pregnancy

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Chiropractic and Pregnancy

Chiropractic has long been considered one of the most common and non-invasive methods of treatment for low back pain. This doesn't have to change once you get pregnant. Chiropractic has been proven through numerous studies to be an extremely effective treatment for musculoskeletal complaints in general. With all the changes your body starts going through during pregnancy ranging from hormonal fluctuations leading to the relaxing of ligaments as well as biomechanical changes (center of gravity changes as your belly grows), regular chiropractic treatment can help you maintain comfort as well as east of movement from pre to post-partum. 
 

What is Webster Technique?

 

Webster Technique is a specific chiropractic technique for the mother that supports her through pregnancy and birth. It is a specific chiropractic analysis and diversified adjustment that reduces nervous system stress, balances pelvic bones, muscles & ligaments as well as optimizes the mother's pelvic function in pregnancy and birth. 

 

So What Does It Mean?

 

Adding chiropractic care as an adjunct to your prenatal care may help with: 

 

1. Improving aches and pains 

 

2. Decreasing labour times 

 

3. Webster technique can help the mother's pelvic function during pregnancy and birth which may help with fetal positioning 

 

4. Is natural, holistic care

 

Have any questions? Book a free consultation with Dr. Catherine Proudler if you're interested in the benefits that chiropractic treatment can do for you during your pregnancy whether you're in your first trimester or further along.