Dorsa Chiropractic provides a variety of services for wellness and strength at our friendly office here in Denver, CO. Established in 2019, Performance Chiropractic proudly partners locally with CrossFit Eminence and NeuAbility to offer an integrated network of alternative medicine providers covering massage, acupuncture and exercise.
As part of our commitment to whole-life wellness, we proudly offer prenatal chiropractic services. If you’re building a plan for a healthy, vibrant pregnancy without aches and pains, come see Dr. Christopher Dorsa.
What to Expect From Prenatal Chiropractic Treatments
During prenatal chiropractic adjustments, we use modified techniques to ensure your comfort and safety. During each session, we will help to align your spine to account for your changing body and shifting center of gravity. Additionally, we’ll focus on strength and flexibility to help you avoid injuries stemming from the softening of ligaments that occurs due to hormonal changes during pregnancy.
How Do Chiropractic Adjustments Help During Pregnancy?
For many expectant mothers, chiropractic care during pregnancy can help with preventing back pain, hip pain and general aches and pains. In addition to helping to establish pelvic balance, it can also help with creating balance and flexibility throughout the body. Many women also find that chiropractic care helps to reduce nausea and “morning sickness” by bringing the digestive system in balance by addressing any blockages or imbalances within the central nervous system that could be affecting digestion. For many women, the most important reason to see a chiropractor during pregnancy is to change a baby’s position out of the breech position using the Webster Technique. In studies, doctors have reported a success rate of 82 percent when using the Webster Technique to relieve musculoskeletal causes of intrauterine constraint. There is also evidence that prenatal chiropractic care can help to reduce both the intensity and duration of labor.
Frequently Asked Questions About Prenatal Chiropractic Care
Yes, chiropractic care is considered perfectly safe for pregnant women. However, it may not be recommended if you are suffering from certain complications or medical conditions during pregnancy. Your chiropractor will go over your health history with you to ensure that this is a good option for you. You can also ask your doctor if chiropractic care is appropriate for you.
In many cases, it’s possible to use something called the Webster Technique to help babies move into the right position for labor.
For some expectant mothers, manual adjustments can help to alleviate nausea, indigestion and other digestive issues that are caused by misalignments within the body