Can Pregnant Women See A Chiropractor?

Can Pregnant Women See A Chiropractor?

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Pregnant women are given a long list of donts: Dont drink. Dont smoke. Dont eat hot dogs. The list goes on and on. Mothers beginning a new family will encounter some important new health challenges.

But can a pregnant woman see a chiropractor? Yes, says Dr. Gregg Rubinstein, who practices at 57th Street Chiropractic and Family Wellness Center in New York City. It is safe to treat expecting moms up until the day they give birth, he says. He says that pregnant womens center of gravity shifts to the anterior or forward as they gain weight, which is why pregnant women often have backaches and or sciatica. Additionally, the shift forward can cause changes in the cervical or neck region, contributing to the shoulder or arm syndrome associated with pregnancy. At what point would you want a mother-to-bes nervous system not working at 100%, he asks. A misalignment during pregnancy interrupts spinal nerve processes. But, chiropractic corrects this misalignment, allowing a mothers nervous system to work properly.


And it doesnt just stop there. Dr. Rubinstein says as if carrying an extra 20 to 30 pounds wasnt enough, then a new mothers orientation of her spine goes from standing upright to bending and leaning forward. The next several years are spent in the somewhat awkward positions of breastfeeding, lifting strollers, carrying a baby everywhere, bending to pick up a childs toys, and changing of diapers. That all puts a lot of stress and strain on the new mothers spine. Women carry a lot of new gear after they give birth a bag, purse, a car seat. Dr. Rubinstein says, Think about the what all this does to the spine.

Chiropractic is both safe and natural for the mother and child. Regular chiropractic care can help every family member thrive through in every other phase of life by helping them stay healthy and keeping them at their best.

The information in the article is not intended to substitute for the medical expertise and advice of your healthcare provider. We encourage you to discuss any decisions about treatment or care with an appropriate healthcare provider.


About the Author:
Dr. Gregg D. Rubinstein is a writer for Yodle, a business directory and online advertising company. Find a Chiropractor or more Health and Medicine articles at Yodle Consumer Guide. Can Pregnant Women See a Chiropractor?



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