The Berkeley Centre - Chiropractic

Chiropractic

Why is Chiropractic good for Mother and Baby?

Treatment from the third month onwards in pregnancy can help you overcome pain and discomfort and help your body prepare for the birth of your baby.

Many of the aches and pains associated with the changes your body undergoes during pregnancy can be helped by chiropractic treatment. One of the most noticeable aspects which often causes back pain is the change in your posture as you adapt your stance to accommodate your growing baby. Realigning your spine and pelvis can help to take some of the strain off your joints, shoulders, lower back and legs, the areas usually most affected by your changing posture. Another change, which occurs naturally in pregnancy, is the softening of your ligaments. Whilst this process is perfect for giving birth, it does mean that your joints come under additional stress.

Through regular chiropractic treatment these symptoms can be kept to a minimum, and your pelvic girdle can be maintained in its optimum position in readiness for the delivery of your baby. Your McTimoney Chiropractor may also offer you some advice on posture, some simple stretch exercises, and advice on how to lift and carry to prevent injury.

Did you know?

The simple bumps and tumbles associated with growing up can often cause misalignments of the skeleton. In addition, carrying heavy bags, playing sports, sitting on ill-fitting furniture at school, and playing for hours in front of a computer in the wrong position can all lead to problems such as:

Headaches or Migraines
Back and Neck pain

Gemma Graham

Registered with the General Chiropractic Council, Gemma is a member of the McTimoney Chiropractic Association and the college of chiropractors.

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