In many cases, these changes can exacerbate an underlying problem. In other words, a problem that has been present but asymptomatic becomes symptomatic.

Weight gain and a changing center of gravity can increase nerve pressure to the point of creating pain. Weight gain and changes in weight bearing most often cause low back pain and sciatica (pain down one or both legs). Pregnant women often experience headaches as a result of changes in weight bearing and the effect on the spine and nervous system. Pregnancy and nursing sometimes cause numbness and tingling in the fingers of one or both hands.

Chiropractic care is important during pregnancy to ensure the proper development of your baby through proper body functioning. Chiropractic care allows for full communication between the brain and body and, as a result, proper function. Proper function is especially important with all of the increased demands of pregnancy. Chiropractic care also reduces nerve pressure and improves joint motion to improve function and decrease pain.

Additionally, your baby will always seek the most comfortable position in the womb. If mom has tight muscles and spinal misalignments, that may not create the ideal position for birthing. Specific chiropractic care at George's Chiropractic in Lancaster, PA can improve and balance muscle tone and reduce spinal and pelvic misalignments to increase the likelihood of baby finding head down position to be the most comfortable.

Chiropractic care is also vital for mom and baby after birth. Birth is traumatic. In fact, studies done by Abraham Towbin at Harvard Medical School concluded that 80% of people experience their first spinal misalignment during birth. Misalignment in the upper cervical spine (neck) can cause ear infections, and chiropractic can help! We have also had tremendous success in treating infants with torticollis, colic, acid reflux, and more!

After determining where problems exist, adjustments reduce nerve interference and improve joint function. We employ several methods to adjust, and pregnant women always appreciate our special pregnancy pillow that allows them to lie face down comfortably. Adjustments are safe and effective even during pregnancy. Most adjustments are hands-on, but we’ve also got adjusting instruments when appropriate.

When pregnant, your body needs to function at 100% for your and your baby’s health and development. Proper digestion and absorption of nutrients from foods, appropriate distribution of those nutrients, adequate blood flow, coordination, balance, and hormone regulation are always important, even more so while pregnant, and chiropractic helps overall function.

Our goal is always to address misalignments in the spine and pelvis. While pregnant, it is critically important that your body functions at its best. Misalignment can negatively impact fetal positioning and overall comfort. The Webster Technique helps to address these misalignments, improve fetal positioning, and reduce pain and discomfort for mom.