Chiropractic for Pregnancy in Charleston SC?

The physical stress of pregnancy can lead to a great deal of discomfort, making it common for women to visit a chiropractic office in Charleston SC, for low back pain and related concerns such as sciatica, leg cramps, and constipation. These symptoms can make everyday activities more difficult and may contribute to additional discomfort as the body prepares for labor. At Neuropathy and Spine Center of South Carolina, we use specialized pillows and tools to keep expectant mothers comfortable during chiropractic adjustments. Dr. Sarah Logan is also Webster-certified, with specialized training in a chiropractic technique designed specifically for pregnancy. For patients experiencing low back pain or sciatica, we also offer spinal decompression using one of the few decompression tables that can be used safely and effectively during pregnancy.

Prenatal Chiropractic in Charleston SC

During pregnancy, a woman’s body is undergoing a number of different changes to accommodate the growing baby. As the baby grows, a mother’s center of gravity shifts to the front of her pelvis, resulting in added stress and discomfort in the lower back and the various joints of the pelvis. At the peak of pregnancy, resulting from the associated weight gain, the curve in the lower back (lordotic curve) can increase to the point of causing a serious impact on the vertebral joints, the sacrum, and the hip joints.

The nerves that travel to all other parts of the body have their origin in the spine. When the spine is compressed, these nerves can become irritated, causing the pain to radiate to other areas of the body. Sciatica is a condition commonly stimulated by pregnancy, involving pain that radiates from the lower back all the way down the legs.

If a previous issue exists with the alignment of the spine, and there has been a history of lower back problems, pregnancy will often aggravate the condition. Pregnancy can cause the spine to become misaligned to the point that it does not simply go back into place once the pregnancy is complete. This can make the tasks that become necessary once the child is born, such as carrying a baby on your front or back, breastfeeding, and bending over to lift and pick things up, painfully difficult.

Prenatal Chiropractic Care

Chiropractic practitioners can provide safe and effective personalized care throughout your pregnancy and in the postpartum period. A thorough examination will determine the best treatment to address your discomfort and prepare the body for the height of pregnancy and childbirth. There are specialized adjustment methods to accommodate pregnancy. These adjustments may reduce the need for pain medications throughout the delivery as well as help to reduce labor time. Follow-up care can assist in realigning the body after the pregnancy and speed up the transition to a healthy post-pregnancy body.

If you are curious about how chiropractic can help you with your pregnancy call our team at Neuropathy and Spine Center of South Carolina today. We are here to help.