As a mother-to-be, you enjoy many joyous moments. However, certain types of pain are a natural part of the fetal growth process. The good news is that pain relief options are available through chiropractic care, including for the pregnancy-related conditions below.

Types of Pregnancy Pain Relief Through Chiropractic Care

1. Lower Back Pain

As your fetus grows, it increases pressure on the lumbar spine and shifts your center of gravity. These are among the reasons why expectant mothers experience lower back pain at times during pregnancy. Chiropractors provide pain relief through stretches and exercises tailored for a pregnant woman’s growing abdomen and changes in posture.

2. Sacroiliac Pain

Part of the body’s adjustments for the growing fetus includes hormonal changes that relax stable ligaments of the sacroiliac joints. As these joints become more mobile, you may experience pain that feels as if it's in the hips. Chiropractic adjustments reduce this type of discomfort safely and help stabilize misaligned joints.

3. Pelvic or Pubic Pain

Episodes of pelvic or public pain result when relaxin, a hormone, loosens the ligaments in those areas. The hormone makes the pelvis less stable, preparing it for the birthing process. Chiropractic care helps restore pelvic balance, which reduces stress on the uterus. Achieving proper balance eases pelvic girdle pain and provides more room for a baby to grow. Chiropractors who specialize in care during pregnancy offer a treatment called the Webster Technique, an adjustment that encourages the fetus to shift into the correct position for you to give birth.

If you’re pregnant and experiencing pelvic or lower back pain, talk to your doctor about pain relief options through Back to Health Chiropractic in Boone County, KY. This team of family chiropractors treats joint and spinal misalignment, helping individuals recover from injuries and manage painful chronic and acute conditions. Skilled and compassionate, these holistic pain management experts specialize in pregnancy treatments and provide advice and care that addresses your total well-being. For information on their treatment methods, call the Florence-area practice at (859) 746-2222. To prepare for your first appointment, visit the website and fill out the new patient forms.