chiropractic during pregnancy

All pregnant women want to do what they can to protect their health along with the health of their babies. However, what many pregnant women in the Colorado Springs area don’t know is that they could be missing out by overlooking the importance of chiropractic treatment. Despite what many women are led to believe, there are actually numerous health and wellness advantages to having basic chiropractic care done during one’s pregnancy.

Reduce Stress on the Back

A lot of times, women complain of having pain in the lower back while pregnant. This is very common unfortunately and part of the reason for it is the changes that take place with posture to accommodate the new baby. What often makes the pain or discomfort worse is that during these changes in posture, the joints of the low back become ‘locked up,’ not allowing proper movement to take place. Luckily, it has been shown again and again that gentle chiropractic adjustments can help restore proper movement to these joints and thus provide some relief of the pain and discomfort. Often the pain is greatly reduced, though toward the end of the pregnancy, some pain or discomfort will remain due to the increased stress on the body. However most women under chiropractic care report much less pain and discomfort and even easier labor and delivery.

Decrease Overall Joint Swelling

Another common complaint women have when they are pregnant is that of joint swelling, which can be painful and make maneuvering very difficult as well. Fortunately, by seeing a chiropractor, pregnant women can have this swelling reduced and enjoy greater comfort. This is done in part through the use of chiropractic adjustments, which can improve circulation throughout the body, as well as with massage or other muscle work. Improved circulation helps to reduce fluid buildup that contributes to joint swelling and offers relief. Some pregnant women have also found that this type of chiropractic treatment can also help reduce leg cramping, making it a win-win.

Reduce Levels of Stress Hormones

Pregnant women often experience increased stress levels during pregnancy, despite the fact that they’re often less active than they were prior to becoming pregnant. This is because pregnancy results in the controlled release of hormones that can cause stress. Fortunately, with custom-tailored pregnancy chiropractic care from an experienced chiropractor, pregnant women can experience the stress relief they need in a session that’s quick and enjoyable. Chiropractic adjustments are safe and gentle so they can be scheduled often for recurring stress as well, making pregnancy more comfortable and enjoyable.

Overall, there are many ways in which chiropractic treatment can benefit pregnant women. With a variety of chiropractic treatments, there are plenty of options available to pregnant women that are worth exploring for a more comfortable pregnancy and a healthier environment for baby as well.