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Chiropractic Care and Your Pregnancy

There are a lot of myths about chiropractic care and pregnancy going around. A lot of folks claim that it’s bad for the baby or somehow dangerous. In truth, chiropractic is a very safe and non-invasive way to control the back pain you suffer from pregnancy and it can actually ease your overall pregnancy and make the process much easier.

It’s not a bad thing to be concerned, however. As a future mother, you certainly want to be sure that your baby arrives safe and healthy, and you want to mitigate dangers. You should always do your research when it comes to advocating for your own health and well-being. Learn the truth about chiropractic care and your pregnancy, whether chiropractic is safe for your baby, and where to get back pain relief in Woodbridge, VA.

Chiropractic Care and Pregnancy
Chiropractic care refers to the process of keeping your spine healthy. That means your vertebrae, spinal column, the discs between the bones, and even the nerve bundles that run through it. It’s a medical science, and chiropractors are trained medical professionals. Their job is to reduce the stress your spine can place on nerves when it’s out of alignment.

During pregnancy, your body is put under a great deal of stress. The growing child adds a lot of weight, which puts stress on your lower back. It can affect your posture, put stress on your pelvis, and even increase the curvature of your back, all of which can cause your spine to become misaligned and create even more problems. For example, it can decrease the room your baby has to develop in the womb, and can make it tough for the baby to properly turn for delivery.

How a Chiropractor Can Help
The chiropractor’s job is to make sure that your spine retains proper curvature at all times. They can help you to establish the right alignment and pelvic balance. By correcting the above conditions, it can ensure a healthy birth, get the child in the right position to avoid breech birth, and even reduce the chance for a C-section.

In addition to the above, regular visits to a chiropractor can help you maintain a healthy pregnancy, control morning sickness symptoms, ease your delivery and labor, and create a balanced state in your pelvis. All of this together points to an easier, healthier pregnancy.

Is Chiropractic Safe for Pregnant Women?
There are no known risks to pregnancies associated with chiropractic care. Chiropractors are trained medical professionals, and part of that training involves working with pregnant women and helping with their wellness. In fact, this is a part of the routine care a chiropractor offers. Some actually take a special interest in issues associated with pregnancy, in fact.

Back Pain Relief in Woodbridge, VA
If you’re in need of pregnancy-related back pain relief in Woodbridge, VA, ACT Wellness is here to help. We’ve provided these services to the region for many years, and are the leading provider of chiropractic care in the region. For more information or to schedule an appointment for an evaluation, give us a call today.

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