Here at Eastern Bay Chiropractic we pride ourselves on being a family focused practice. We provide chiropractic care from birth to beyond. Throughout pregnancy, birth, childhood, adolescence and adulthood, chiropractic care can help you reach your potential and benefit your overall health and wellbeing.
"You are designed to be extraordinary, we help you be your best by restoring the communication pathways between your brain and your body".
Chiropractic and Pregnancy
Throughout the course of your pregnancy, there will be many physiological and hormonal changes as your body prepares for the birth of your baby. Chiropractic can help you better manage the changes as your pregnancy progresses.
Some physiological changes may include:
- Centre of gravity moves increasing lumbar curve and cause extra strain through the lumbar spinal joints.
- Growing baby creates expansion of lower rib cage which can be aggravating to mid back joints which are connected to the ribs.
- Increased breast size add additional strain to upper thoracic spinal joints.
- Pelvic misalignments alter the pelvic opening.
Benefits of chiropractic care during pregnancy can include:
- Detection, prevention and correction of fetal malposition
- Less back ache/discomfort
- Improved pelvic alignment
- Shorter labour times
- Greater production of breastmilk
Further reading: Click the links below for evidence based research.
Article 1: Ground breaking study - Chiropractic and pelvic floor control
Article 2: Caring for your spine during pregnancy
New patients will need to phone the practice on 07 307 0740 to make an appointment or click here.