Pregnant women experience significant body changes that can impact their musculoskeletal system. The changes may cause pain and discomfort, including symptoms of prenatal sciatica. When you visit our chiropractor at Total Alignment Center in Stafford Township, NJ, we can provide treatment that can relieve the discomfort and help you enjoy your pregnancy. Before visiting, learn more about prenatal sciatica and how chiropractic care can reduce the pain.
Prenatal Chiropractic
What is prenatal sciatica?
Prenatal sciatica is nerve pain that can occur during pregnancy. It is caused by pressure on the sciatic nerve, which runs from the lower back down the back of each leg. Symptoms can include sharp pain, tingling, and numbness in the lower back, buttocks, and legs. Many women experience prenatal sciatica in the third trimester, but it can occur at any time during the pregnancy. Treatment may include stretching exercises, massage, or medication to help manage the pain. We recommend speaking with our chiropractor to ensure the safest and most effective treatment plan.
How can our chiropractor help with prenatal sciatica?
If you are experiencing prenatal sciatica, our chiropractor can help alleviate your discomfort. We will use gentle techniques to adjust the spine and pelvis, which will reduce the pressure on the sciatic nerve. Our chiropractor may also recommend exercises or stretches to help strengthen the muscles in the lower back and hip. However, it’s important to consult with your healthcare provider before seeking chiropractic care during pregnancy.
Prenatal Chiropractic care is an increasingly popular practice for expecting mothers. It is a gentle, non-invasive treatment that ensures the mother’s spine and pelvis are in proper alignment throughout her pregnancy. Through this, our prenatal chiropractor at Total Alignment Center in Stafford Township, NJ, can help reduce back pain associated with pregnancy and decrease many other prenatal symptoms that can arise.
Pregnancy is a fantastic time for a woman, but it brings many physical and emotional changes, including:
Lower Back Pain
When a woman is pregnant, her body produces hormones that loosen the ligaments to prepare for childbirth. This preparation can cause the spine to become misaligned and lead to lower back pain.
Neck Pain
As a woman’s baby grows, more pressure is placed on her neck and shoulders, which results in neck pain. This pain is common for women who have to stand or sit in one position for long periods.
Pelvic Contractions
The same hormones responsible for loosening the ligaments can cause instability in the pelvic joints. This instability results in pelvic pain, discomfort, and even a feeling of pressure when walking or standing.
Sciatica
Sciatica is an irritation of the sciatic nerve due to misalignment in the spine. This pressure can cause pain and numbness in the lower back, buttocks, and legs.
How is prenatal chiropractic care performed?
Our chiropractor uses specific techniques to gently and safely realign your spine and pelvis. These include:
- Manual Adjustments – This technique involves chiropractors using their hands to adjust your spine to restore proper alignment. Our chiropractor will use gentle pressure and small movements to re-align the vertebrae.
- Soft Tissue Manipulation – Our chiropractor uses their hands to manipulate the muscles and soft tissue surrounding the spine. This manipulation helps reduce inflammation and improve the range of motion.
- Rehabilitative Exercises – Our prenatal chiropractor may also suggest exercises you can do at home to strengthen your core muscles, improve posture, and alleviate discomfort.
Prenatal chiropractic care offers several benefits to expectant mothers, including:
- Improved posture and spinal alignment for greater comfort during pregnancy
- Reduced back, neck, and pelvic pain
- Increased flexibility and range of motion of the spine and joints
- Relief from sciatica pain=
- Reduction in prenatal symptoms, such as nausea, headaches, and fatigue
- Improved labor outcomes due to an aligned pelvis
Many women experience pain during pregnancy, especially in the back, hips, and pelvis. Our chiropractor can use gentle adjustments to realign the musculoskeletal system, to help the overall function of the body during pregnancy. We’ll utilize soft techniques that will keep you comfortable and improve your flexibility.
Our chiropractor can also show you stretches that you can implement at home when you are experiencing discomfort. However, as mentioned, it is essential to first check with your healthcare before starting treatment, especially if you have a high-risk pregnancy or other medical conditions.
Visit Our Chiropractor at Total Alignment Center
At Total Alignment Center in Stafford Township, NJ, our prenatal chiropractor is committed to providing safe and effective prenatal chiropractic care for expecting mothers. Through careful evaluation and individualized treatment plans, we are committed to helping each woman get the prenatal care she needs to enjoy a healthy pregnancy. Contact us today at (609) 661-2967 to schedule an appointment with our prenatal chiropractor.
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