Calling all moms-to-be! Did you know that chiropractic care can ease the pain and discomfort associated with pregnancy and post-natal conditions? The earlier you start treatment, the more likely you are to avoid sciatica, pain in the sacroiliac joints, and discomfort in your lower back and pelvis. For this reason, we highly recommend you visit a chiropractor such as Burghealth Chiropractic and Wellness at the onset of your pregnancy. Here we touch on the many benefits of pre-natal and post-natal chiropractic care.  

Pregnancy & Changes in the Body

At every stage of pregnancy, the body goes through different changes, and to complicate things even further, every pregnancy is different! However, in all pregnancies maintaining balance in the nervous system and pelvis is crucial for changes that occur to both mom and baby leading up to delivery.

What’s causing these changes? The baby is the obvious answer, but hormones also play a part as they cause the pelvis, lumbar spine, and supporting structures to expand more than usual. Not only does this cause spinal misalignments, but it can also lead to muscle tightness, instability, and of course, pain.

Another factor that leads to changes in the body during pregnancy is the shifting center of gravity which can cause the following: 

• Imbalances
• Postural changes
• Pain & discomfort
• Decreased range of motion
• Lack of foot stabilization (loss of support)

Benefits of Chiropractic Care During Pregnancy

The importance of chiropractic care during and after pregnancy cannot be undervalued. Not only does this form of therapy decrease pain, but more importantly, it maintains balance in the body and keeps the baby in the best position for birth, thus resulting in smoother labor and delivery. Regular visits to a chiropractor are even more critical for women who are pregnant with multiples as the pressure from the babies can greatly impact the spine and pelvis.

Because chiropractic care helps with recovery and keeps the body comfortable through post-natal changes, we highly recommend that women continue treatment after pregnancy as well.

Chiropractic Care & Treatments

At our St. Petersburg chiropractic office, our pregnancy chiropractic treatments focus on the pelvis, muscles, and ligaments that are supporting the uterus to keep the pelvis in the best alignment possible. 

To ensure the body is properly ready for delivery, we strongly recommend chiropractic care treatment at least once a week during the month leading up to your due date.   

St. Petersburg, FL Chiropractic Services – Burghealth Chiropractic & Wellness 

At Burghealth Chiropractic & Wellness, our team of chiropractic professionals has the specialized training required to treat patients during and after pregnancy. We believe a balanced body will lead to a successful pregnancy, and through chiropractic care, we can help you achieve this. For information on our pre-natal and post-natal chiropractic services, please call (727) 289-9148.