Pregnancy in Kuna, ID
What conditions do we treat for those who are pregnant?
- Low back, Mid back and Neck pain
- Headaches
- Hip pain
- Optimum pelvic position for Mom and baby
- Plantar fasciitis
- Foot pain
Services we provide for our pregnant patients:
- Chiropractic manipulation
- Soft tissue manipulation
- Exercise therapy
- Massage therapy
- Bracing (Durable Medical Equipment)
What does research tell us?
- Research has shown that almost 75% of pregnant women undergoing Chiropractic manipulation report significant pain reduction and clinically significant improvements in disability (A,B).
- Postpartum low back pain responds to spinal manipulation approximately 10 times greater then watchful waiting. (C.)
- Women who seek chiropractic care throughout pregnancy may have an added benefit of shorter labor times. (D,F)
- Patients may benefit from continuing aerobic exercise throughout pregnancy. The US Department of Health and Human Services exercise guidelines concerning pregnant patients suggest that healthy women may begin or continue moderate intensity aerobic exercise for at least 150 minutes per week. Women should not begin vigorous exercise during pregnancy, but those who were pre-conditioned to vigorous exercise may continue. (G) In addition to musculoskeletal benefits, ongoing exercise during pregnancy decreases one’s risk of excessive weight gain, pre-eclampsia, gestational diabetes, and pre-term birth, while improving self-image and pain tolerance. (I-P)
