Gentle chiropractic care to support comfort and wellbeing throughout pregnancy
Pregnancy places extra demands on your body as your posture, balance and movement change to accommodate your growing baby. Many women experience lower back pain, pelvic discomfort, sciatica, rib pain and increased physical strain during pregnancy. Chiropractic care may help support comfort, mobility and overall wellbeing through every stage of pregnancy.
At Thrive Chiropractic, care is gentle and adapted to suit each stage of pregnancy using modified techniques, pregnancy pillows and adjusting tables designed for comfort and support. Many pregnant women also seek chiropractic care to support pelvic balance and comfort as the body changes throughout pregnancy.
The Webster Technique offers gentle support in pregnancy
The Webster Technique is a gentle chiropractic technique used during pregnancy to help balance the pelvis, muscles and ligaments surrounding the uterus. Doctors Iain and Kelly Guest have extensive experience providing chiropractic care for pregnant women and are trained in the Webster Technique.
This technique is intended to support pelvic balance and reduce tension within the surrounding muscles and ligaments during pregnancy. The Webster Technique is commonly used during pregnancy when baby positioning concerns are present.
Some research has suggested that improved pelvic and spinal alignment during pregnancy may contribute to shorter labour times and improved comfort during delivery.
What to expect at your first visit
Your first appointment includes a discussion about your symptoms, pregnancy and health history, followed by an assessment to better understand what may be contributing to your discomfort. From there, we will discuss a personalised care plan based on your needs and goals during pregnancy.
Care is always personalised, with treatment adapted to suit your stage of pregnancy, comfort levels and individual needs using gentle techniques designed for pregnancy. We are happy to work alongside midwives, obstetricians, physiotherapists and GPs where appropriate to help support your pregnancy care.
Postnatal chiropractic care
Chiropractic care may also provide support after birth as your body recovers from pregnancy and delivery.
Many new mums seek care for:
- Recovery from the physical demands of labour and birth
- Feeding and nursing postural strain
- Neck and shoulder tension
- Lower back and pelvic discomfort
- Lifting and carrying strain