Chiropractic & Pregnancy
‘…From Bump To Birth & Beyond…’
Pregnancy Chiropractor in Warwickshire, Stratford-upon-Avon, & Birmingham.
Promoting a standard of clinical excellence in evidence-informed care of women during their pregnancy, and following birth. Our Prenatal Chiropractic Faculty & Postnatal Chiropractic Faculty is run by Doctor of Chiropractic, Jessica Nash.
Prenatal / Pregnancy Chiropractor In Warwickshire, Birmingham, & Stratford-upon-Avon.
Chiropractic is the world third largest primary healthcare profession after Medicine and Dentistry.
Prenatal Chiropractic (Chiropractic during pregnancy) is a sub-discipline of Chiropractic concerned with the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of pain, and the promotion of musculoskeletal function and general health in pregnant women.
We offer Chiropractic during pregnancy in our Birmingham Chiropractic Clinic, our Stratford-upon Avon Chiropractic Clinic, Â and our Warwickshire Chiropractic Clinic.
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Postnatal Chiropractor In Stratford-upon-Avon, Birmingham & Warwickshire.
Postnatal Chiropractic (Chiropractic after pregnancy) is a sub-discipline of Chiropractic concerned with the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of pain, and the promotion of musculoskeletal function and general health in postpartum women (women who have recently given birth).
We offer Chiropractic following birth and pregnancy in our Stratford-upon-Avon Chiropractic Clinic, Birmingham Chiropractic Clinic and our Warwickshire Chiropractic Clinic.
Why People See a Chiropractor During Pregnancy In Warwickshire, Stratford-upon-Avon, & Birmingham.
Pregnancy can be one of the most joyful and exciting times of a persons life. Unfortunately, it can also be a time of extreme stress and challenge, especially when things don’t quite go to plan. Naturally, your body will undergo some hugely significant changes, placing stress upon you both physically and emotionally throughout pregnancy, birth and potentially beyond.
Musculoskeletal pain in the pelvic area is common during pregnancy and is commonly known as Pregnancy-Related Pelvic Girdle Pain (PGP). The term PGP encompasses a number of pain presentations around the low back and pelvis, including, but not exclusive to:
- Low Back Pain
- Disc Problems / Sciatica
- Pubic Symphysis Pain / Dysfunction
- Sacroiliac Joint Pain
- Hip Pain
- Groin Pain
A recent review of current research suggests that during pregnancy, pregnancy related pelvic girdle pain and pregnancy related low back pain have a prevalence as high as 89.9%.
Factors that are positively associated with pregnancy related pelvic girdle pain and pregnancy related low back pain include a history of low back or pelvic girdle pain, being overweight/obese, stress, depression and anxiety, already having a child, younger age, no pre-pregnancy exercise, physically demanding work, previous back trauma/disease, and progestin-intrauterine device use.
Another complaint that patients present to Chiropractors is Round Ligament Pain. This is a sharp pain or jabbing feeling often felt in the lower belly or groin area on one or both sides. It is one of the most common complaints during pregnancy and is most often felt during the second trimester.
Neck Pain during pregnancy is not uncommon either, and this may again be related to physical and postural changes, and physiologic changes.
Prenatal Chiropractic Consultation during Pregnancy, In Birmingham, Stratford-upon-Avon & Warwickshire.
We begin by taking a thorough history, including factors such as previous pregnancy and labour history, and current pregnancy milestones, as well as a past medical history and family history.
This will be followed by a comprehensive physical examination consisting of: orthopaedic, neurological, and postural evaluation. It is this thorough approach to examination that allows us to identify the factors that may be contributing to any complaint you may be suffering from.
Most patients we see in our Birmingham Chiropractic Clinic and Warwickshire Chiropractic Clinic are suitable for Chiropractic care. However, If further testing is required, we can refer your swiftly and efficiently to an appropriate specialist for such investigation.
Chiropractic Treatment During Pregnancy or Following Birth, In Stratford-upon-Avon, Birmingham, & Warwickshire.
Treatment visits will typically encompass a full compliment of gentle and evidence based conservative care.
Ultimately each patients care is tailored to their case, taking into consideration their own personal requirements and preferences. We understand that new Mums and Mums to be may be anxious about treatment, and we endeavour to to our utmost to ensure patient comfort and reassurance. The care that we offer includes, but is by no means exclusive to:
- Spinal mobilisation
- Peripheral joint manipulative therapy
- Peripheral joint mobilisation
- Nerve mobilisation
- Pacing & graded exposure
- Postural & lifestyle advice
- Myofascial therapy (soft tissue work)
- Orthotic & splint prescription
- Cognitive behavioural therapy
- Pain education
- Rehabilitative exercise management:
- Strength & endurance training
- Movement pattern training
- Postural exercise
- Flexibility exercise
- Balance training
- Graded motor imagery
Why People See a Chiropractor Following Pregnancy & Birth In Birmingham & Warwickshire.
Your body has been through a lot. Birth can be straight forward, or it can be complicated. Either way, new Mums are seldom given much time to recover, having to immediately tend to their new born, and potentially elder siblings of their newborn. Breastfeeding, bobbing your baby to sleep, and carrying around heavy pushchairs, carriers and baby bags can all take its toll on your musculoskeletal system, leading to pain and disability.
Post-partum Pelvic Girdle Pain (Pgrp) Has a Prevelence of Up to 43% in the First 3-years Following Childbirth, & 7 % Up to 6-years Following Childbirth.
- Headaches (Cervicogenic)
- Neck Pain
- Mis Back Pain
- Low Back Pain
- Leg Pain
- Arm Pain
- Elbow Pain
- Wrist & Hand Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- Hip & Groin Pain
- Shin Pain
- Foot & Ankle Pain
- Shoulder Pain
- Jaw Pain
- Knee Pain
Postnatal Chiropractic Consultation Following Pregnancy & Birth, In Birmingham & Warwickshire.
We begin by taking a thorough history, including history about the nature of your pregnancy (and past pregnancies), and the nature of your labour (and previous labours), as well as a past medical history and family history.
This will be followed by a comprehensive physical examination consisting of: orthopaedic, neurological, and postural evaluation. It is this thorough approach to examination that allows us to identify the factors that may be contributing to any complaint you may be suffering from.
Most patients we see in our Birmingham Chiropractic Clinic and Warwickshire Chiropractic Clinic are suitable for Chiropractic care. However, If further testing is required, we can refer your swiftly and efficiently to an appropriate specialist for such investigation.
Our Modern & Evidence-based Approach to Chiropractic During & After Pregnancy.
Our renowned results and clinical outcomes have been achieved by taking a multi-faceted and evidence-based approach to the care of women.
We work along side a number of allied healthcare professionals, such as: Midwives, Obstetricians, Doulas, NCT practitioners, Health Visitors, and Pregnancy Yoga Practitioners, to provide the most appropriate care for your child.
The examination and care we offer to new Mums and Mums to be is extremely gentle, and we do our utmost to provide support and assurance to all patients and their families.
Calling All Allied Healthcare Professionals, Therapists, & Coordinators Working With Pregnant Ladies & New Mums.
The health and welfare of new mother or pregnant woman can be multi-faceted and complex, and hence require the input and expertise of a range of healthcare professionals. That’s why we’re calling upon allied healthcare professionals, therapists and coordinators that work within the areas of pregnancy and birth to work with us.
Dr. Lauren Bright (Chiropractor) and Mrs. Lydia Schora (Midwife) have established the The Birmingham Birth Network: A Group of likeminded healthcare professionals working together to support families in their journey to parenthood through the use of integrated therapies.
We’d love to hear from the following professionals:
- Midwives
- Obstetricians
- Doulas
- NCT practitioners
- Health Visitors
- Pregnancy Yoga Practitioners
- Hypnobirthing Practitioners
If you would like to know about the services we can offer mothers and babies, please don’t hesitate to telephone 01564 89 80 80, email info@paininjuryclinic.co.uk, or complete the form below.
