Prenatal Chiropractic Care

Pregnancy places many additional strains and demands on the body. While we believe that pregnancy is a healthy and natural physical state, rather than a disease to be treated and managed, there are still many ways that chiropractic care can assist you in bringing a healthy happy baby into the world.
Can You Receive Chiropractic Care During Pregnancy?
Many people depend on the relief that they feel after chiropractic sessions. However, a number of women worry that they won’t be able to receive the same type of care after they fall pregnant. Can you safely receive chiropractic care during pregnancy? Here’s what you need to know.
It’s Perfectly Safe To Receive Chiropractic Care While Pregnant
Researchers have looked at the impact that chiropractic care can have on a pregnant woman. No researcher has identified any issues that should keep a woman that is pregnant from receiving chiropractic care.
A lot of pregnant women avoid their chiropractor while pregnant without looking at the research. If you assumed that you wouldn’t be able to see your chiropractor while pregnant, you’ll be pleased to know that these assumptions are wrong. There’s no reason you can’t visit a chiropractor during your pregnancy.
Chiropractors are Trained In Adjusting Pregnant Women
It isn’t just safe to see a chiropractor during your pregnancy. Dr. Chris is experienced at adjusting pregnant women and skilled in techniques like the Webster Technique which is commonly applied to encourage turning a breech baby in the womb.
If you have a chiropractor that you know and trust, you should continue to see them when you need chiropractic services. However, if you don’t have a regular chiropractor, you may want to see if you can find a local chiropractor that specifically provides care to pregnant women. You may find that a chiropractor like this is a great match for your needs.
A Chiropractor Can Help You To Manage Many Symptoms Associated With Pregnancy
While it can be very exciting to be pregnant, it isn’t always comfortable. Many pregnant women experience a host of symptoms throughout their pregnancy, including aches, pains, and nausea. In some cases, these symptoms are so severe that it becomes difficult for a woman to eat, sleep, and take care of herself and her baby.
Thankfully, chiropractic care can help women to manage a lot of these symptoms. A skilled chiropractor will be able to provide lasting relief, which will allow women to get the rest that they need.
Chiropractic Care Can Keep You And Your Baby Healthy
The benefits that chiropractic care can provide to a pregnant woman are more than clear. However, you’re not the only one that will benefit from receiving this sort of care. Seeing a chiropractor should benefit your baby as well.
When you’re pregnant, your developing baby is reliant on your body for a number of things. When you work to improve your own health and well-being, you are improving conditions for your baby as well. When you consider the benefits of this sort of care, you should also think about how much it will be able to help your baby.
A Chiropractor Can Help With Postpartum Recovery
Being pregnant can be very demanding on the body. Carrying a baby for nine months can take a significant toll on your overall health. Giving birth can also cause strain to the body.
If you want to make sure you properly recover from pregnancy and childbirth, you’ll want to continue to come in for adjustments after you give birth. Dr. Chris will be able to provide you with relief, and he will also be able to give you adjustments that will facilitate the healing process.
As you learn more about chiropractic care during pregnancy, you’ll be able to decide what you want to do during your pregnancy. Chiropractic care during pregnancy can be very safe, and a lot of women find it to be highly beneficial.
Common Concerns
- Relieving Back Pain
- Infants and Children
- Prenatal Care
Walk-In Hours (For established patients)
- Sunday CLOSED
- Monday 8-11:45, 2-6:15 Harrisburg
- Tuesday 8-11:45, 2-6:15 Harrisburg
- Wednesday 8-11:45, 3-5:45 Gastonia
- Thursday 8-11:45, 2-6:15 Harrisburg
- Friday 8 -11:45 Gastonia
- Saturday CLOSED