If you've just found out you're pregnant - congratulations! With all the doctors appointments you're making for prenatal care, a chiropractor may not be on your list of calls to make. He should be, however, as there are many benefits to receiving chiropractic care during pregnancy.
Relaxin
During pregnancy your body releases many hormones, one of which is known as relaxin. Relaxin relaxes your muscles so that delivery is easier for both you and the baby. Unfortunately, it targets all of your muscles, which can lead to misalignment of ligaments and muscles throughout your body. A chiropractor can help keep everything properly aligned so relaxin does its job without creating problems elsewhere in the body.
Faster Labor
Chiropractic care can lead to reduced pain and shorter delivery times when the big day comes. Proper alignment of the pelvis, back and hips makes the act of giving birth a bit easier. Your chiropractor certainly can't promise you a delivery free of labor pains, but he may be able to minimize them for you. Better alignment also creates more room for the baby so she can move into the birthing position more easily.
Back Pain Relief
Back pain during pregnancy is a common complaint, and your chiropractor can help ease yours. Proper spinal alignment can help ease this pain and prepare the body for the changes it will undergo as the baby grows. Adjustments can be made periodically throughout your pregnancy to keep you comfortable as your body changes. Other aches and pains, too, may ease along with back pain.
Pregnancy isn't easy, but women who have carried and delivered both with and without chiropractic care report feeling significantly better when visiting the chiropractor. The practice is safe and approved by many medical groups, including the American Pregnancy Association, so there is nothing to fear but much to be gained.
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