As any new mother can attest, the physical changes that typically accompany pregnancy and childbirth can take both a physical and mental toll. Joint and muscle pains, as well as the almost inevitable weight gain caused by pregnancy and delivery often create numerous joint misalignment issues throughout the body.

Restoring your body's joints and muscles to the proper position in Williams Bay WI will help your body recover faster from the stresses and strains of pregnancy and labor, and with less discomfort. When the joints, including the spine, and the connective tissues, meaning the muscles, tendons, and ligaments, become misaligned, it results in nerves being pinched and causes pain in various degrees. This can range from mild discomfort to outright debilitating pain. Postpartum chiropractic care from your family chiropractor, like we offer at Pure Chiropractic, will help restore your body to its natural state, both decreasing pain and improving balance.

Pregnancy and the Body in Williams Bay WI

Your body goes through many changes during pregnancy and labor. The connective tissues become stretched, allowing your joints to become misaligned quickly. Then, as your body starts to recover, the connective tissues begin to tighten back up. This can cause any misaligned joint to put abnormal pressure on the surrounding nerves. For example, during labor your pelvic floor will stretch, causing pain that can last for several months after delivery. This may include sciatic pain. Unlike pain killers, that mask the pain, postpartum chiropractic care directly targets the cause of the pain.

During pregnancy, the spine, hips, and pelvis are stressed, and tendons and ligaments are stretched as the baby grows and then ligaments are relaxed to prepare for childbirth. The contractions during labor place an enormous amount of pressure on connective tissues as your muscles and ligaments are stretched to their limits. A family chiropractor who provides postpartum care can relive some, most or even all of these issues by adjusting your joints and soft tissues back to the proper anatomically adjust position, relieving the pressure on the nerves that are causing the pain.

Even after birth, your sleep pattern will most likely face regular disruption, with you having to get up often during the night, causing your energy levels to suffer. Spinal and joint adjustments and soft tissue massages will help you rest more peacefully, allowing you to get the most from the sleep you do get.

Additionally, a chiropractor who provides postpartum care can also give you tips on how to lift and hold your baby to lessen the stress and strain on your back while caring for your newborn. Your chiropractor can also provide nutritional guidance to help you recover quicker.

If you are recovering from childbirth or searching for a family chiropractor, our team at Pure Family Chiropractic with locations in Brookfield WI, New Berlin WI, and Williams Bay WI can get you on the road to full recovery quickly while immediately reducing your discomfort. At Pure Family Chiropractic, your family's health is always our top priority.