If you’re expecting, Dr. Gregory Flerchinger and the team at Dr. Greg’s Chiropractic Health and Wellness Center in Washington Court House, OH, is the pregnancy chiropractor to help you enjoy your pregnancy journey more and give your baby a healthy start.
Guide to Visiting a Pregnancy Chiropractor
Many pregnant mothers are told to visit a chiropractor, but this can seem like a scary idea. They may be imagining the high-velocity thrusts used in other circumstances. A pregnancy chiropractor is trained in providing gentle adjustments and the safest practices possible, making it safe for both mom and baby. Below, Dr. Flerchinger and the team at Dr. Greg’s Chiropractic Health and Wellness Center in Washington Court House, OH, share how chiropractic care can benefit you and more.
How Pregnancy Affects Your Body
You know that your belly expands, you get morning sickness, your lower back hurts, and many other undesirable symptoms arise during pregnancy. Do you know, though, why exactly these symptoms occur?
As your baby grows, your body is carrying more weight – up to 30 extra pounds. Your core muscles weaken and the lower back curves more. This puts strain on the spine which often leads to misalignment, herniated discs, and compressed nerves. Additionally, blood flow is impacted, which often leads to swelling.
The closer you get to delivery, the more the ligaments in the pelvic area loosen, as do the muscles. Much of this, in conjunction with pelvic misalignment, can make the birth process harder and take longer.
Benefits of Chiropractic Care During Pregnancy
Pregnancy chiropractors specialize in using low-force techniques to correct spinal misalignment in pregnant moms. This helps take the strain off the discs and nerves. Adjustments and other techniques can also improve blood flow, strengthen pelvic floor muscles, improve your quality of sleep, reduce your labor time, and much more.
You and your baby can also benefit from the Webster Technique. This technique is specifically designed to address the pelvic area through adjustments and soft tissue techniques. The combination makes the space the baby needs to turn their head down into the birth position.
Give yourself a joyful pregnancy and your baby a healthy start by visiting our pregnancy chiropractor. You can schedule an appointment with Dr. Flerchinger at Dr. Greg’s Chiropractic Health and Wellness Center in Washington Court House, OH, by calling (740) 335-0914.