When you’re pregnant, your body undergoes dramatic changes over the course of just a few months, and those rapid changes can lead to pregnancy pain as well as complications during birth. To help smooth out your pregnancy, the doctors of Spaulding Chiropractic in Chillicothe, OH, offer prenatal chiropractic care, which provides the following benefits.

5 Benefits of Chiropractic Care

1. Relieves Pregnancy Pain

Back, neck, and joint pain are some of the most common reasons to see a chiropractor, and there’s no reason to stop during pregnancy. Your rapidly shifting center of gravity puts extra strain on your spine, so alignments can help counteract pregnancy pain.

2. Reduces Nausea

Morning sickness is one of the earliest, most common, and most well-known pregnancy symptoms. It is particularly likely during the first trimester. Many patients report their nausea is reduced or cured entirely by chiropractic treatment.

3. Realigns the Pelvis

If the position of your pelvic bone isn’t properly balanced, it can constrict your uterus slightly, making it more likely for your baby to remain in the breech position, which isn’t ideal for birth. The Webster Technique has a success rate of 82% in relieving this pressure and allowing your baby to shift into a better position. This means a quicker, easier birth.

4. Relieves Stress

Because it helps improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent nausea, chiropractic treatment lowers stress. This relaxing effect is beneficial for both the mother and the baby, as long-term exposure to stress hormones is damaging to your health.

5. Promotes a Quicker Recovery

After childbirth, your body takes time to return to normal. The sudden shift in weight combined with the skeletal and postural changes during pregnancy can cause pain and discomfort. With chiropractic care during and after pregnancy, your body is better able to cope with and recover from these changes.

If you’re pregnant, and especially if you’re experiencing pain or nausea, Spaulding Chiropractic can help. Make an appointment today at (740) 775-1900, or learn more online.