Pregnancy Back Pain and Treatment with Our Newark Chiropractor

Our Newark chiropractic staff loves working with expectant mothers; pregnancy is such a transformative time in a woman's life and we consider it our honor to support both mother and child as they grow together. Of course, growing pains for mom are quite normal at every stage of a pregnancy, especially pain in the lower back area. Fortunately, at Diamond State Chiropractic, we provide safe diagnostic and therapeutic services for pregnant women so they can feel better as their bodies create the miracle of life—we can even help women have better deliveries, too!

Common Types of Back Pain in Early Pregnancy and Beyond

The causes of back pain in early pregnancy (and any stage of pregnancy for that matter, including post-partum) are multi-factorial. For one thing, the physical presence of a growing baby can change body mechanics by moving a woman's center of gravity slightly forward; this can place increase strain on the connective tissues within the lower back and pelvis. Nearby spinal nerves (especially the large sciatic nerves which exit the spinal cord in the lower spine) can also become encroached upon by the enlarging womb, tense muscles, or misaligned joints. 

Additionally, a woman's body undergoes endocrinological and hormonal changes that promote increased joint and ligamentous laxity to prepare for and make room for a growing fetus. This can increase the instability within joints in the woman's lower back, sacrum, and pelvis. 

Lastly, women tend to retain fluids while pregnant, which can contribute to feelings of stiffness and discomfort. This along with pain can decrease a woman's tolerance to walking and gentle activity, which counter-intuitively could actually help minimize her pregnancy-related lower back pain. 

What to Expect with Chiropractic Treatment for Pregnancy Back Pain

If you come to see one of our Newark chiropractors for care, then expect a unique, caring, and compassionate experience from the moment you walk in our door. Chiropractic care during pregnancy involves specialized tables and patient positions to safely and comfortably accommodate mom and baby. We offer services such as the Webster technique, soft tissue massage, and nutritional support to promote natural pain relief and optimized spinal alignment for the mother and improved positioning in utero for baby. 

Do You Have Lower Back Pain in Pregnancy? Contact Diamond State Chiropractic to Make an Appointment Today

Are you an expectant mother looking for natural and drug-free relief from your pain in the lower back? Get chiropractic treatment for pregnancy back pain by connecting with our trusted Newark chiropractor. Contact Diamond State Chiropractic now by calling 302-892-9355!