Safe, Gentle Chiropractic Care During Pregnancy
Pregnancy places unique demands on your body as it adapts to carrying your growing baby. Chiropractic care during pregnancy offers safe, gentle, and effective relief from pregnancy-related discomfort while supporting optimal fetal positioning and pelvic balance for a healthier pregnancy and easier delivery.
Prenatal chiropractors use specialized techniques, including the Webster Technique, designed specifically for pregnant women. Treatment focuses on maintaining proper pelvic alignment, relieving pressure on the uterus, and ensuring optimal nervous system function – all without medications that could affect your baby.
What to Expect
Your pregnancy chiropractor uses specially designed tables and pillows to accommodate your growing belly comfortably. Adjustments are gentle, using lighter pressure than standard chiropractic techniques. Most women find treatment relaxing and relieving.
Treatment typically addresses lower back pain, pelvic pain, sciatica, and round ligament pain. The Webster Technique focuses on pelvic balance to support optimal fetal positioning. Many women begin care in the second trimester and continue through delivery, with visits ranging from monthly to weekly as pregnancy progresses.
Benefits of Treatment
- Relief from pregnancy-related back pain
- Reduced pelvic pain and discomfort
- Better fetal positioning
- Shorter, easier labor and delivery
- Reduced likelihood of breech presentation
- Improved overall pregnancy comfort
- Drug-free pain management
- Postpartum recovery support
Treatment Approaches
- Webster Technique (for pelvic balance)
- Gentle spinal adjustments
- Soft tissue work
- Stretching and exercises
- Postural education
- Prenatal massage techniques
- Nutritional counseling
- Labor preparation
Cost & Insurance
Prenatal chiropractic care typically costs $60-$120 per session. Many insurance plans cover chiropractic care during pregnancy, though you should verify your specific coverage. Some practitioners offer package deals for ongoing prenatal care. Sessions typically last 20-30 minutes and frequency varies from monthly in early pregnancy to weekly in the third trimester.
When to Seek Care
Chiropractic care is safe throughout pregnancy and can be started at any time. Many women begin in the first trimester for wellness care, while others seek treatment when discomfort develops. It's especially beneficial if you experience: lower back or pelvic pain, sciatica, difficulty sleeping due to discomfort, breech baby presentation (30+ weeks), or if you want to optimize pelvic alignment for birth.