Pregnancy & Subluxations
- Elevate Chiropractic
- Jun 13, 2024
- 2 min read
As you may be aware, the nervous system governs all bodily functions and it's essential that it functions optimally. Nerves act as connectors between different parts of the body, transmitting signals and messages to coordinate activity, such as heart contraction, digestion, muscle contraction - the list is endless!
The spine is the house of the nervous system and protects the spinal cord and nerves. Therefore, optimal function and movement of the spine is essential to optimal nervous system function. When a part of the spine isn’t moving correctly it can affect nerve communication and lead to adverse health effects. In chiropractic, we call this a subluxation!
Subluxation of the pelvis and lower back during pregnancy is very common. As your body changes and your bump grows, there are increased demands on this area of the body which can be further exacerbated through excessive sitting, poor posture, inadequate stretching and lack of exercise.
Here's why proper pelvic and spine alignment is key during pregnancy:
Proper pelvic alignment allows the baby freedom of movement during pregnancy, supporting their brain development through movement and integration with the world.
A pelvis and spine that moves well will better adapt to the inevitable body changes during pregnancy, naturally accommodating your growing baby.
Maintaining pelvic alignment reduces aches and pains for mum, allowing you to stay active, energised and prepare for birth in a pain-free way.
A well-aligned pelvis promotes an optimal birthing position for the baby, facilitating a smoother labour, and reduces the possibility to birth complication and intervention.
A well-tuned nervous system enhances uterine contractions, vital for effective labour.
As a chiropractor, my focus is on identifying where in the body there are issues and adjusting to remove subluxations. Chiropractic adjustments during pregnancy are extremely safe and effective.
In addition to the above, chiropractic adjustments during pregnancy can help mothers sleep and rest better, maintain energy levels, adapt to their changing bodies and enjoy a pregnancy with less discomfort.
It's important to recognise that pelvic and spinal misalignment can contribute to labour complications and birth trauma - for mother and baby! Through regular chiropractic care we can address pelvis and spine subluxations to support a happy and healthy pregnancy.
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