Pregnancy places tremendous strain on a woman’s body, often leading to debilitating back and pelvic pain. At Maxine Cappel Mayreis DC in Locust Valley, NY, we provide gentle treatments to relieve pain, optimize fetal positioning, and enhance overall health throughout pregnancy. Learn more about prenatal chiropractic care below:
Understanding Prenatal Chiropractic Care
Prenatal chiropractic care focuses on supporting the health and comfort of expectant mothers. It aims to alleviate common pregnancy-related discomforts such as back pain, pelvic pain, and sciatica. Chiropractors use gentle techniques to ensure proper spinal alignment and pelvic balance, which can help improve the mother's overall well-being and potentially ease labor.
The Benefits of Chiropractic Treatment
Chiropractic care during pregnancy offers a variety of benefits, such as the following:
- Relief from lower back pain
- Improved spinal alignment
- Promotes proper fetal positioning
- Reduces need for C-section
- Potentially shortens labor
- Boosts immune function
- Improves overall health and comfort
Safe and Gentle Prenatal Chiropractic Adjustments
Our chiropractor, Dr. Mayreis, often uses the Webster Technique to restore balance in the pelvis without force or pressure. During the technique, gentle adjustments are applied to the sacrum to reduce torsion and improve range of motion in the pelvic bones and muscles. This allows the developing baby to get into the best possible position for birth.
The adjustments we perform are modified for the mom’s comfort and are safe for all stages of pregnancy. Many patients often experience immediate relief after their first session.
Why Start Prenatal Chiropractic Care Early
Starting chiropractic care early in pregnancy enhances its benefits. The first trimester is ideal, as adjustments are easier before the belly expands and can help prevent pain or strain. Dr. Mayreis also provides ongoing prenatal chiropractic care throughout the second and third trimesters to ensure comfort and alignment until delivery.
Contact Us for an Appointment Today
Don’t suffer through unnecessary pregnancy aches and pains. To learn how prenatal chiropractic care can reduce your discomfort, contact Maxine Cappel Mayreis DC in Locust Valley, NY, at (516) 759-7702. When you’re looking for a chiropractor near you, our team is ready to assist!