Of late, there has been a rising trend of chiropractic treatment being applied mainly on pregnant women.
During pregnancy, some physiological and hormonal changes occur and can come with various ailments for the mother. Amongst the most unpleasant and uncomfortable experiences of pregnancy are back pain, swollen ankles and unusual clumsiness for displaced center of gravity of the growing belly. Knee pain and neck pain are also common symptoms as well. Although cold packs are widely used, but they only freeze the pain and soothes the inflammation and do not guarantee the non-repeat incidents of potential pains arising again.
Chiropractic treatments, when applied on a pregnant mother, can also prevent or correct many of these complications, and help to correctly position the lower part of the body in preparation for the delivery of the baby. Special and gentle techniques are applied on the spine, leading to relaxation and the tendons and muscles in the pelvis.
Some other benefits from chiropractic treatments for pregnant mothers are: –
- Control morning sickness and reduce back pain, neck pain or knee pain
- Relieves pain in the neck and limbs
- Prevent miscarriage, premature birth and cesarean
- Improves sleep quality by reduced pain
- Improves the dynamics of action and vigor of body
It will be useful to visit a chiropractor before getting pregnant because he will be able to detect any imbalance in the pelvis or elsewhere in the body that could cause discomfort or possible future pregnancy neuro-muscular-joint problems after birth.
With each passing month during pregnancy, the tension in muscles will increase and may affect the spine at some point, causing pain that affect the sleep and daily routine. Chiropractic treatments for pregnant mothers may include a therapeutic massage that supports the health and flexibility of the spine, discs, nerves and bones of the pregnant mother. This is where chiropractic benefits and promotes a more comfortable pregnancy for mothers.
Chiropractic treatments can also have a beneficial effect on the body after birth. It is recommended that such treatments commence soonest after pregnancy to reduce any risk of muscle tension, headaches or discomforts in the ribs and shoulders in the post natal period.
Thus far, there are no known contradictions or complications for pregnancy when chiropractic treatments were added as a supplemental or complimentary treatment. In fact, it is recommended to include the chiropractic treatments into the healthcare plan for pregnancy to enjoy a lighter and easier pregnancy.