Prenatal Chiropractic Care in Creve Coeur
Pregnancy is a time when women experience a wide range of changes in their bodies. As your baby grows, your posture adjusts, the center of gravity moves forward, and hormones loosen connective tissues. While these developments are expected and necessary, they can contribute to discomfort, particularly in the lower back, hips, and pelvis. When pain affects rest or daily mobility, chiropractic care tailored to pregnancy may provide meaningful relief.
What Happens to Your Body During Pregnancy
During pregnancy, rising levels of the hormone relaxin prepare your body for childbirth by softening the ligaments around your pelvis. This change, while essential, can reduce joint stability and place additional strain on nearby muscles. At the same time, the growing weight of your abdomen alters spinal alignment and increases pressure on your lower back. As your body adapts, problems that you may not have been aware of or old injuries may become more pronounced, often increasing the discomfort.
How Chiropractic Adjustments Can Help
Our prenatal care supports pelvic alignment and spinal balance with gentle techniques specifically tailored to you. Ensuring proper alignment helps your baby find their optimal position and reduces complications such as breech presentation. Also, regular care often eases related discomforts, including lower back pain, hip tension, and sciatica.
Targeted, low-force adjustments help relieve stress in the muscles and ligaments supporting your growing abdomen. Improved alignment helps ease pressure on joints and soft tissues, enhancing overall mobility and reducing daily strain. Many patients report that activities like walking, rising from bed, or standing for extended periods become noticeably easier. Chiropractic care may also promote better nervous system function by reducing interference along the spine.
What to Expect at Ballas Chiropractic and Nutrition Centre
During your initial appointment, we’ll conduct a trimester-specific evaluation to understand your body’s current needs. To ensure your comfort, we use specially designed cushions and supportive positioning. Adjustments are performed using safe, low-pressure methods—without any abrupt movements or high-force techniques—focusing instead on gentle corrections to areas under stress.
With over 35 years of experience, Dr. David Wipperman has been a trusted provider of chiropractic care in Creve Coeur since 1990. Our welcoming office environment emphasizes whole-body wellness, addressing not only spinal alignment but also nutrition, stress, and lifestyle factors to support your health during pregnancy.
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Ready to Feel Better?
Discomfort doesn’t have to be a constant companion during pregnancy. Reach out today to schedule a visit and explore how specialized chiropractic care can help you navigate this journey with greater ease and comfort.
