Is Chiropractic Safe During Pregnancy?

Approximately 50% of women will experience back pain during their pregnancy. So a question that I commonly get is is it safe to come in during my pregnancy? 

Chiropractic care is usually a safe, effective practice during pregnancy. Not only can routine chiropractic care help manage pain in your back, hips, and joints, it can also establish pelvic balance. That can provide your baby with as much space as possible over the course of your pregnancy. This may lead to a faster, easier labor and delivery. There are no known contraindications to chiropractic care throughout pregnancy. All chiropractors are trained to work with women who are pregnant.

It’s safe for women to visit a chiropractor during the entire pregnancy. But keep in mind that a pregnant woman should not visit a chiropractor if she has the following: vaginal bleeding, ruptured amniotic membranes, cramping, sudden onset of pelvic pain, premature labor, placenta previa, placenta abruption, ectopic pregnancy, and moderate to severe toxemia. If you have any of the previous conditions you should speak with your OBGYN before scheduling a chiropractic visit.

The current literature reports favorable results on the use of chiropractic care throughout pregnancy for back pain, sciatica and other related conditions.