Should pregnant women get adjusted?

If you have already been pregnant, then you know how uncomfortable carrying all that extra weight can be. And, as part of the childbearing process, the weight simply goes up and up, causing ever greater discomfort. This can put a lot of strain on the lower back. So, is it okay to have your back adjusted? Watch this short video for the answer.

For some people, pregnancy is a lot easier than for others and while certainly a body altering condition, does not carry an inordinate amount of discomfort. For others, the discomfort is severe and they are willing to do just about anything to relieve the pain and soreness. Regardless of which category you fall into, or anything in between, chiropractic adjustments can help your spinal column stay aligned which is good for both mother and baby. Honor yourself and make your visit to the chiropractor and integral part of your pregnancy.

Full transcript of video

Chiropractic Care for Pregnant Women

Dr. Erin Prince

Hello, I’m Dr. Erin Terry and as a female chiropractor, I’m often asked whether someone can see a Chiropractor if they are pregnant.

Obviously, that’s a very important question for a mom-to-be and as a mom, I can especially relate to it. In fact, lower back pain is extremely common during pregnancy and during this time, an expectant mom under normal circumstances is not supposed to take prescription drugs. However, they still deserve to feel great. Chiropractic care becomes the best and most effective option for these mothers to be. Research states that Chiropractic care can reduce labor time by up to 4 hours on a first time pregnancy. Therefore, this means that both the mother and the baby benefit–a complete win-win for all. I certainly had chiropractic care during my pregnancy and I recommend it for all soon-to-be moms.