Find Relief From Round Ligament Pain With Prenatal Chiropractic
Round ligament pain is a common complaint during pregnancy, affecting up to 60% of pregnant women. While common, round ligament pain is not normal and does not have to be a daily burden. Round ligament pain is characterized by a sharp, stabbing pain in the lower abdomen, groin, pelvis region or inner thighs. The exact location can vary from mom to mom. The pain is usually caused by the stretching of the round ligaments, which help support the uterus as it grows. Round ligament pain is typically more common in the second and third trimesters of pregnancy, when the uterus is larger and heavier. Why? Because baby is constantly growing and changing, YAY!!
Prenatal chiropractic is a safe and effective way to help reduce and sometimes even eliminate round ligament pain. At Peak Potential Chiropractic we combine the Webster Technique with the Gonstead Method to safely and gently remove structural shifts in the spine and pelvis. The results include proper spinal structure, balance within the pelvis, increased communication between the brain and the body, reduced inflammation, and decreased pain and discomfort.
How prenatal chiropractic can help reduce round ligament pain:
Improved Structure: When there are structural shifts within the spine, it can put extra stress on the round ligaments. These structural shifts cause an imbalance in the muscles, tendons, and ligaments. Prenatal chiropractic care can help to improve structure, reduce this stress, and can help improve the neurobiomechanics of the pelvis.
Reduced inflammation: Round ligament pain can be caused by inflammation in the round ligaments and surrounding tissues. Prenatal chiropractic care can help to reduce inflammation and pain.
Increased range of motion: Prenatal chiropractic care can help to increase range of motion in the pelvis and spine. This can make it easier for the baby to grow, and can help baby into the optimal fetal positioning for birth. This optimal positioning can also help to reduce round ligament pain. (NOTE: Prenatal Chiropractic is never adjusting baby, but working on the structure and alignment of mom).
If you have more questions on prenatal chiropractic and relief of round ligament pain schedule a complimentary consultation today!
