Chiropractic Care using the Webster Technique in the Greer Area
Pregnancy brings a lot of changes to a woman’s body. The further along you are in your pregnancy, the more strange that is put on your lower back and pelvis. The lower back curve increases to compensate for the growing uterus, where the baby lives. This increased lower back curve causes the rest of the body to compensate and can even cause gait changes. All these changes can lead to serious pain and discomfort, as well as other issues like sciatica and ligament pain. The Webster Technique is a type of chiropractic care specifically for pregnant women that can help relieve the pain and keep you comfortable during your pregnancy.
What is the Webster Technique?
The Webster technique is a chiropractic assessment and adjustment used to balance the bones, muscles and ligaments of the pelvis to allow for a safer and easier birth.
The Webster technique involves realigning the pelvis using gentle adjustment. This helps to take pressure off the lower back and relieve pain.
How does the Webster Technique work?
The Webster Technique involves realigning the pelvis using gentle adjustments to the hips, sacrum, and sometimes lower back. This helps to take pressure off of the nerves and blood vessels that supply the uterus. The Webster technique also works with the muscles and ligaments of the pelvis. Soft tissue work balances uterine function and creates symmetry to possibly help prevent or resolve breach presentations to possibly help prevent or resolve breach presentations. Adjustments and soft tissue work can also help to prevent issues like sciatica from developing.
During your appointments, Dr. Kristin will use chiropractic prenatal techniques to help align your pelvis. These may include:
Sacral adjustments: Adjustments to the sacrum, which is the triangular bone at the base of your spine.
Hip adjustments: Adjustments to the hips, which are the large bones in your pelvis. This includes your pubic bone, which is part of the hip bone.
Soft tissue work: Manipulation of the muscles and connective tissues (ligaments) around the pelvis.
Is Chiropractic Care Safe During Pregnancy?
Chiropractic care is considered to be very safe. It is a natural and holistic way to help your body heal on its own. There are no surgeries, medications, or any other invasive procedures. Many people turn to chiropractic care when seeking an alternative way to achieve optimal health. This includes women who are pregnant.
The Webster Technique is safe for both mother and baby and can be used throughout all stages of pregnancy. However, it is important to consult with Dr. Kristin to make sure the Webster technique is right for you. If you are pregnant and suffering from back pain, sciatica or other issues, the Webster Technique may be able to help.
Benefits of the Webster Technique
Reduced pain in the lower back, hips, and pelvic region
Improved alignment of the pelvis
Improved pubic symphysis dysfunction (SPD)
Improved function of the uterus and reproductive organs
Increased chance of resolving breech presentations
Decreased round ligament pain
Prevention of sciatica and other nerve-related pain during pregnancy
Improved overall pregnancy outcomes
Webster Technique is a safe and effective way to relieve pain and improve pregnancy outcomes.
Chiropractor in Greer using Webster Technique
If you are pregnant, whether you are experiencing pain or not, the Webster Technique may be able to help. Dr. Kristin Marlowe and the team want to see you and your baby thrive during these life-changing years. At Mobile Mama Chiropractic, we focus on providing quality care for pregnant women. We use a variety of techniques, including the Webster Technique, to help improve pregnancy outcomes.
To learn more about Webster Technique or to schedule an appointment, contact our office today.
