Chiropractic care during pregnancy can ease discomfort, improve mobility, and support a safer delivery. At Westport Chiropractic & Rehab, we provide prenatal and postnatal care that’s safe, comfortable, and tailored to your stage of pregnancy or postpartum recovery.
We work with expectant mothers at all stages—whether you’re early in your pregnancy or recovering after birth.
Why Pregnant Patients Choose Chiropractic Care
Your body changes quickly during pregnancy. Shifting posture, joint strain, and added pressure on your spine can lead to pain, imbalance, and mobility issues.
Prenatal chiropractic care may help with:
- Lower back and pelvic pain
- Sciatic nerve irritation
- Hip tension and stiffness
- Round ligament pain
- Postural changes
- Breech presentation (in some cases)
- Fatigue caused by muscular strain
Care during pregnancy focuses on relieving pressure, improving alignment, and creating more space in the pelvis. This can help with overall comfort and even support more optimal fetal positioning.
How Chiropractic Care Supports Recovery After Birth
Postnatal care helps restore your body’s alignment and function after delivery. Chiropractic adjustments may assist with:
- Pelvic realignment
- Upper back pain from nursing or bottle feeding
- Tension from holding or lifting your baby
- Headaches from sleep disruption
- Sacral and lumbar pain post-delivery
We work with new mothers to ease discomfort and restore spinal balance after the physical demands of labor and postpartum recovery.
What to Expect at Your Visit
Each visit is customized for your trimester, body mechanics, and comfort level. You’ll meet with the doctor for an evaluation, gentle adjustment, and tailored advice for movement, posture, or at-home care.
Treatment methods may include:
- Low-force manual adjustments
- Table modifications for pregnancy comfort
- Positioning support
- Myofascial release for muscle tension
We do not use high-pressure or forceful techniques during pregnancy. You’ll always be in full control of your care, and your comfort is our priority.
Is Prenatal Chiropractic Safe?
Yes. Prenatal chiropractic care is widely used and considered safe for healthy pregnancies. The International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA) and similar groups advocate for drug-free, non-invasive approaches during pregnancy.
If you’re under care from an OB/GYN or midwife, we’re happy to coordinate treatment recommendations to support your birth plan.
Schedule Prenatal or Postnatal Care in Louisville
You don’t need to wait for pain to begin. Chiropractic care can help make pregnancy more comfortable—and help recovery go more smoothly.
Schedule your appointment at Westport Chiropractic & Rehab today. We’re here to help you move better at every stage of motherhood.