Pregnancy causes dramatic changes in a woman’s body, some of which can cause discomfort, particularly if one isn’t armed with the best knowledge of how to be happy and healthy during the transitions.

The American Chiropractic Association published some helpful information for pregnant women, including common sources of pain and how to prevent and treat them. Chiropractic medicine is extremely safe and very often makes a huge difference in improving the comfort and health of moms-to-be. It is important to understand exactly what structural changes are occurring in the woman’s body throughout pregnancy to make room for a quickly growing baby. Armed with knowledge, one can be empowered to take plenty of precautionary measures with smart exercise choices, improved home and workplace ergonomics, proper shoes, safe lifting techniques, and good nutrition, so that some normal discomfort from change doesn’t have to turn into a more painful pregnancy.

To read more about Chiropractic Advice for Moms-T0-Be: HealthyLiving_Pregnancy

The American Physical Therapy Association also has a very helpful video on Proper Lifting Techniques for New Moms:

Absolute Wellness Center in Eugene, OR offers sports medicine, chiropractic medicine, physical rehabilitation, acupuncture, and massage. Chiropractic medicine and physical therapy and rehabilitation are very safe and effective treatments for a vast number of conditions during and after pregnancy, and acupuncture and massage therapy can provide much appreciated natural pain relief. To learn more about safe and effective treatment options for before, during, and after pregnancy, please give us a call at 541-484-5777.