Back Pain

Common Causes of Back Pain During Pregnancy

Back pain is the most common joint complaint pregnant women generally encounter. There are a number of reasons for this, including:

• increased ligament laxity due to the release of the hormone relaxin
• increase in weight gain and forward weight bearing
• poor body mechanics and postural habits
• nerve and vascular impingement from mechanical pressure

The above factors increase the frequency of vertebral subluxations, muscular spasms, soft tissue pain and altered spinal biomechanics - all of which respond exceptionally well to regular chiropractic care.

Chiropractic Treatments

Spinal Adjustments

Spinal adjustments are safe, natural treatments chiropractors use to successfully manage joint abnormalities in pregnancy. The adjustments are used to treat muscular, ligamentous, joint and neurological problems of the neck, back, pelvis and extremities. They help alleviate pain originating from the spinal and pelvic regions, reduce muscle spasm and tightness, correct biomechanical stresses, and keep the nervous system free from irritation and impingement. Chiropractic spinal adjustments are a safe and successful adjunct to any prenatal care program. Most important - CHIROPRACTIC IS DRUGLESS!

Soft Tissue Work

Muscles frequently become fatigued, irritated, spasmed and achy during pregnancy for the reasons previously mentioned. Chiropractic doctors utilize various soft tissue techniques such as trigger point workand soft tissue mobilization to keep muscles relaxed, healthy, and functioning optimally.

Stretches and Exercises

Therapeutic stretches and exercises are an excellent way to keep the pregnant body flexible, strong and mobile. Chiropractic doctors utilize these therapies to assist the muscles in coping with the increased demands caused by the sudden weight gain and change in weight distribution. Keeping the pregnant body strong and flexible increases comfort and improves the likelihood of having a successful pregnancy.

Proper Body Mechanics and Postural Practices

Sudden weight gain and altered weight distribution also lead to a number of improper postural and biomechanical habits. Improper postural and mechanical habits produce frequent episodes of pain and discomfort.

Proper Posture During Pregnancy