Chiropractic care for the whole family
How does chiropractic care support family health from pregnancy to childhood?
Chiropractic care may offer several benefits for families throughout pregnancy, birth, and childhood. Research suggests that gentle chiropractic adjustments can help alleviate pain and improve pelvic alignment during pregnancy, potentially contributing to a smoother delivery. Additionally, chiropractic care may play a role in supporting healthy musculoskeletal development in children. While research is ongoing, many families find that chiropractic care is a valuable part of their wellness routine.
Chiropractic care for pregnancy
A fetus’s growth is intricately tied to the mother’s nervous system. Maintaining a fully functioning nervous system is essential to accommodate the physical, chemical, and hormonal changes both the mother and baby experience. The spine houses the spinal cord, which is pivotal for a healthy nervous system. Webster Certified Chiropractors are uniquely trained to detect and correct spinal subluxations—misalignments that hinder effective communication between the brain and body. Chiropractic care during pregnancy can support a healthier pregnancy, reduce delivery times, prevent breech positions, alleviate symptoms like nausea, and relieve pregnancy-related joint pain.
Pediatric Chiropractic Care
Pediatric chiropractic care empowers parents to aid their children’s optimal development and natural healing processes. A child’s nervous system regulates their remarkable development, with a significant portion (65%) occurring in the first 6 months of life. Ensuring proper nervous system function, free from vertebral subluxations, is crucial for this development. Chiropractic care provides a safe and natural approach to supporting children in reaching their full potential.
Webster’s Technique
The Webster technique involves a specific pelvic analysis focusing on the alignment of the sacrum and surrounding sacroiliac joints in pregnant mothers. It aims to restore pelvic balance, promoting optimal fetal development and preparing the body for a safer, easier birth. Through precise and gentle adjustments, chiropractors balance the pelvis to encourage optimal fetal positioning before delivery.
Read Dr. Emily’s recently published journal article on positive health outcomes experienced by five women with breech presentations that resolved following chiropractic adjustments using the Webster Technique.