Caring For Yourself While Pregnant

Mon, 19 Jul 2021 20:51:50 GMT

Pregnancy is an exciting time for expectant mothers but, it can also be physically challenging with all the changes your body goes through. North Orange County Chiropractic and Wellness Center wants you to have a smoother pregnancy with our Webster Certified Chiropractor and Pre-Natal Certified Massage Therapists.

There are many hormonal and physical changes you’ll experience during your pregnancy. Some will have an impact on your overall posture and comfort. Its important to have balance in the body to encourage development of the baby, and overall health of the mother. Websters and prenatal massage are both great ways to help add relief from the added stress that pregnancy provides.

What type of Treatments are available while pregnant?

Pregnancy Chiropractic also known as Websters is a safe, natural way to improve function and help relieve troubling symptoms with gentle adjustments to improve alignment and take pressure away from the nerves. Pre-Natal Massage is a safe, effective way to address muscle tension throughout your pregnancy.

What is Websters Technique?
Webster is a specialized technique Chiropractors use to address the changes that occur with the pelvis region to enable a more normal and comfortable delivery. If you have a subluxation in the sacral vertebrae, the baby may not be able to shift into a head-down position in the womb. This condition, known as dystocia, may force a breech birth and a cesarean section.

What is Prenatal Massage?
Pre-Natal massage is a modality used by Massage Therapists to address the changes that occur throughout the body during pregnancy. As your baby develops, your center of gravity shifts, and your posture will change accordingly. Our Therapists have a specific protocol to address the bodies changes during all trimesters and promote relaxation and relief from pain.

Prenatal Massage and You!

Mon, 19 Jul 2021 20:51:48 GMT

Pre-Natal massage is a modality used by Massage Therapists to address the changes that occur throughout the body during pregnancy. As your baby develops, your center of gravity shifts, and your posture will change accordingly. Our Therapists have a specific protocol to address the bodies changes during all trimesters and promote relaxation and relief from pain.

Signs you may need Prenatal Care
· Lower Back Pain

· Sciatic Pain

· Neck Pain and Stiffness

· Headaches/ Migraines

· Hip Pain

· Leg Pain

· Swelling of Hands & Feet

· Trouble Sleeping

· Tingling in Arms & Hands

· Pain in Arms & Hands

· Nausea

· Stiff or Tender Joints

· Poor Circulation

· Reduced Range of Motion

· Restricted Space Available to Your Developing Baby

· Misaligned Pelvis

· Pain in Hips

· Pain in Joints

· Pain in Neck

· Vertigo

First time receiving a Prenatal Massage? What should you expect...
North Orange County Chiropractic and Wellness Center has your comfort in mind. All therapists are State Certified and have specialized training in Pre-Natal Massage. Your massage therapist will massage either the full body (except private areas) or specific areas that need attention, such as especially tight muscles. You can dress down to your comfortability. You will be laying on your side, underneath a sheet and blanket in a private treatment room. Depending on your trimester, your therapist may have you lay on your back to give additional attention to the neck or feet. You will dictate the pressure and areas worked on. Remember to breathe normally and communicate with your Massage Therapist throughout your session.

How often should you be recieving treatment?
We suggest for most patients to receive treatment once a month for maintenance however, pain is a personal experience. Every person has a different level of tolerance for pain and because of this there is no definite schedule for every individual to follow. You may need more therapy to accommodate your lifestyle or trimester.

What can you expect post treatment?
Typically, patients report feeling sleepy, relaxed and calm. Depending on the modalities used you may feel sore, don’t worry this is normal. When the tissues in the body are worked and tension is released blood and nutrients are carried to the muscles while eliminating toxins. When muscles that are not typically used or overused are released you may experience delayed onset of muscle soreness. Your body may have some inflammation as your body heals, especially if you are experiencing lactic acidosis, which is the buildup of lactic acid in your body. Bruising, tenderness, and swelling may also occur depending on your body and the modalities used during your session.

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Caring For Yourself While Pregnant

Prenatal Massage and You!