Pregnancy Chiropractic at
Northwest Family Chiropractic and Massage
Dr. Marisa De Lisle has always been passionate about working with pregnant women and children. As a second-generation chiropractor and a mother, Dr. De Lisle has always used Chiropractic as her primary source of health care. Dr. De Lisle has completed additional hours of education specifically to be able to care for pregnant women and their children. She is certified in Webster Technique and has improved the mechanics and function of many pregnant women during her career. By improving the function of the mothers’ pelvis, many babies who have presented breech have been able to turn in preparation for natural childbirth.
Pregnancy and Chiropractic Care
During pregnancy, there are several physiological changes that occur in preparation for creating the best environment for the developing baby. Establishing pelvic balance and healthy alignment is an important aspect of a woman’s prenatal care. When the pelvis is misaligned it may reduce the amount of room available for the developing baby. This restriction is called intrauterine constraint. A misaligned pelvis may also make it difficult for the baby to get into the best possible position for delivery. Because the nervous system is the master communication system to all the body systems including the reproductive system, keeping the spine aligned helps the body function more optimally.
Chiropractic care during pregnancy can provide benefits for women who are pregnant. Potential benefits of chiropractic care during pregnancy include:
- Maintaining a healthier pregnancy
- Controlling symptoms of nausea
- Reducing the time of labor and delivery
- Relieving back, neck or joint pain
- Prevent a potential cesarean delivery
The Webster Technique
The late Larry Webster, D.C., Founder of the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA), developed a specific chiropractic analysis and adjustment which enables chiropractors to establish balance in the pregnant woman’s pelvis and reduce undue stress to her uterus and supporting ligaments. This balanced state in the pelvis makes it easier for a breech baby to turn naturally. The technique is known as the Webster Technique.
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