Uncomfortable Pregnancy?
pregnancy discomfort BrentwoodIf you are expecting your first child, you may also be expecting a certain amount of discomfort — and not only during labor. It is only natural for your body to present you with certain challenges over the next nine months as it gives your baby the best possible environment for growth, development and birth. But did you know that you can control the types and degrees of discomfort you experience? Well, you can — and at Premier Family Chiropractic, we offer safe, natural techniques to help you achieve that.
The biggest changes that occur in your body during pregnancy involve the natural gain in weight and the way you carry that weight. As your “baby bump” expands, your center of gravity moves forward, causing the lower spine to follow suit. This shift is aided and abetted by the loosening of certain muscles in your pelvis (which makes delivery easier). The resulting swayback posture can pinch nerves and strain muscles, leaving you with constant or recurring back pain, neck pain, and a host of other aches and pains. Additionally, impinged nerves may not function properly, and they may send incorrect signals to your various other bodily systems. As your physical imbalances increase, you may notice swings in mood, swelling in your ankles, hands or feet, headaches, and other discomforts.
Overcoming Discomfort the Natural Way
Pregnancy care at Premier Family Chiropractic can relieve pregnancy-related discomfort without drugs or other treatments that might harm your unborn child. For instance, we can monitor your spinal alignment closely throughout your pregnancy and introduce gentle adjustments to keep everything straight. This can prevent or relieve painful disc, back and neck issues. It also optimizes your nerve function to ensure that your hormonal and other systems are working correctly. Gentle massage can boost circulation and help reduce uncomfortable swelling. We can even make adjustments that help the fetus shift position in the womb for an easier delivery. Bring your pain relief issues to us!
Do you have other children? What discomforts did you experience during those pregnancies?
