Pregnancy is a time of great change for your body. Your hips, pelvis, and back will open up to make room for the new life growing within. These physical changes can take their toll on the body, causing neck pain, lower back pain, and overall discomfort and exhaustion. Staying active, stretching frequently, and caring for your back can prevent some of these aches and aid in a healthy delivery. One way to ensure your body is cared for throughout your pregnancy is to visit a chiropractor.

Minimize Aches & Pains

As the fetus grows, many women begin arching their back to counterbalance their heavier front side. While this posture provides temporary relief, it can strain the sacrum and cervical spine. Visiting a chiropractor throughout your pregnancy can provide neck and back pain relief. During these visits, your chiropractor will perform a spinal alignment to improve your posture and massage therapy to release tight muscles and reduce pain.

Reduce Labor & Delivery Time

In addition to performing therapeutic massage and spinal adjustments, your chiropractor will also walk you through safe exercises and stretches you can perform at home. Performing these exercises will strengthen your abdominal muscles and keep your hips and pelvis limber. A stronger and more flexible body will make your delivery quick and safe.

Prevent Possible Cesareans

One of the most common reasons a doctor will recommend an emergency Cesarean is because the pregnancy has presented itself as breech. During a breech presentation, the fetus is in the feet-first position, which can make it difficult and dangerous for the mother to deliver the child naturally. To minimize the likelihood of a breech presentation, chiropractors perform Webster’s technique. This technique has been shown to align a woman’s spine and pelvis in such a way to help the baby descend into the ideal birthing position.

If you are pregnant and need pain relief, visit Back to Health Chiropractic in Florence, KY. These chiropractors are specially trained to provide comprehensive relief from neck, back, and joint pain before, during, and after pregnancy. To learn more, visit them online or call (859) 746-2222 to schedule an appointment today.