Monday, February 09, 2009
How the Doctors of Chiropractic at Cajun Spine and Sport Can Help With Your Pregnancy?
Many pregnant women have found that chiropractic adjustments and soft tissue therapies provide relief from the increased low-back pain brought on by pregnancy. Chiropractic manipulation is safe for the pregnant woman and her baby and can be especially attractive to those who are trying to avoid medications in treating their back pain. Doctors of chiropractic can also offer nutrition, ergonomic, and exercise advice to help a woman enjoy a healthy pregnancy.
Chiropractic care can also help after childbirth. In the eight weeks following labor and delivery, the ligaments that loosened during pregnancy begin to tighten up again. Ideally, joint problems brought on during pregnancy from improper lifting or reaching should be treated before the ligaments return to their pre-pregnancy state-to prevent muscle tension, headaches, rib discomfort, and shoulder problems.
If you are pregnant and suffering from back pain call us at 261-2669 to find out how we can help or visit http://www.cajunspine.com.
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Bryan Boudreauux, DC