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PREGNANCY
During
pregnancy, a woman's center of gravity
shifts forward to the front of her pelvis.
This additional weight in front, causes
stress to the joints of the pelvis and low
back. As the baby grows in size, the added
weight causes the curvature of her lower
back to increase, placing extra stress on
the fragile facet joints on the back side of
the spine. Any pre-existing problems in a
woman's spine tend to be exacerbated as the
spine and pelvis become overtaxed, often
leading to pain and difficulty performing
normal daily activities. Chiropractic care
throughout pregnancy can relieve and even
prevent the pain and discomfort frequently
experienced in pregnancy, and creates an
environment for an easier, safer delivery.
It is one safe and effective way to help the
spine and pelvis cope with the rapid
increase in physical stress by restoring a
state of balance. In fact, most women have
found that chiropractic care helped them
avoid the use of pain medications during
their pregnancy, and studies have shown that
chiropractic adjustments help to reduce time
in labor.
Chiropractic tips for pregnant women:
Do some
gentle exercise each day. Walking, swimming,
or stationary cycling are relatively safe
cardiovascular exercises for pregnant women.
Avoid any activities that involve jerking or
bouncing movements. Stop exercise
immediately if you notice any unusual
symptom, such as nausea, dizziness or
weakness.
Wear flat
shoes with arch supports. Your feet become
more susceptible to injury during pregnancy,
partially due to a rapidly increasing body
weight, but also because the ligaments the
support the feet become more lax. |
