Pre-conception

Chiropractic helps with fertility before conception even begins. A properly aligned spine allows the nervous system to flow optimally to the reproductive organs. If these organs are not receiving the proper messages from the nervous system, fertility could be compromised. Chiropractic adjustments help to realign the spinal column to alleviate any subluxations. One of the most important times for a woman to receive chiropractic care is during her pregnancy. From the moment of conception, your body goes through a series of changes. The nervous system is so important, that the first cells to differentiate at about 7 hours after conception become the brain and spinal cord! This miracle unfolds perfectly – unless there is interference. Back, pelvic, and postural changes can cause unwanted pain and discomfort.

How can chiropractic help?

Your spine is made up of 24 independent vertebrae that enable your body to twist, bend, and move. It also helps protect the delicate central nervous system that controls and coordinates every cell, tissue, and organ of the body. Subluxations of the spine, commonly know as joint dysfunctions, occur when two or more vertebrae become restricted and impede the body’s ability to communicate with itself. Joint dysfunctions during pregnancy can be caused by the changes taking place in your body as it prepares to support you and your new bundle of joy. Changes such as weight gain in the abdomen, poor posture, and rotation of the pelvis force the body to unnaturally adapt to additional stress placed on the spine. These changes negatively affect joint function and nerve communication throughout the body. Chiropractors are trained to locate and correct subluxations by applying a gentle, targeted movement to the body’s spinal column and extremities – where and when needed – restoring proper joint function and improving nerve communication throughout the body. This non-invasive technique is commonly known as a chiropractic adjustment.

What are the benefits of chiropractic during pregnancy?

Millions of expectant mothers look to chiropractic for it’s safe, natural, and drug-free approach to pain relief and prevention for a healthier, happier pregnancy. Most pregnant women are referred for lower back or pelvic pain associated with pregnancy. This includes localized lower back pain, sciatica (radiating leg pain), groin pain, and leg or thigh pain. Some patients present with middle back pain, rib pain, neck pain, or headaches. Chiropractors can also help determine if the fetus is not in the optimal position for birth, such as breech, transverse, or posterior.

Another factor to consider

Proper nutrition is another essential factor to maintain a healthy pregnancy. Be sure to incorporate good sources of protein, iron, calcium, and fruits and vegetables into your diet in addition to a proper prenatal supplement. Finally, be sure to stay hydrated by drinking approximately eight 8-ounce glasses of fluids per day. Please contact 920 Wellness Studio for a consult and supplementation.

After delivery

Chiropractic can help new mom and infant as well! An estimated 60-90 pounds of force is used on an infant’s head during normal delivery – do you think this could cause damage to your new baby’s spinal column and nervous system? Chiropractic can help alleviate joint dysfunctions or subluxations to both baby and mom after birth! Breastfeeding as well as bottle-feeding infants can cause muscle irritation and subluxations in mother as well. The sleepless nights and multiple feedings cause both mom and baby to lack the perfect posture, not to mention latching issues. Often times babies are diagnosed with tongue-tie when in all actuality they have torticollis from birth. Torticollis occurs when a baby’s neck is twisted, resulting in the head tipping to one side while the chin points upwards, often a normal result from birth. Chiropractic care can also alleviate any pains that baby may be experiencing and thus alleviate latching issues. Adjustments can also help to improve any mid-back or neck pain that could have been caused to these daily routines of breastfeeding and bottle-feeding.

Benefits of chiropractic care before, during and after pregnancy could include:

  • Increased fertility advocacy
  • Reduction in time of labor and delivery
  • Alleviate torticollis for infant from birth
  • Relief from back, neck or joint pain
  • Prevention of a potential cesarean delivery
  • Proper posture for mom and baby after breastfeeding/bottle feeding sessions
  • Controlling symptoms of nausea
  • Improved latching issues during breastfeeding

Dr. Mikhaila Weister, DC
920 Wellness Studio