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Pregnancy
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Back
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Safe
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Pregnancy
produces the largest postural
change a woman’s body will undergo. As the baby
grows the extra weight draws the centre of gravity
forward and the posture changes from week to week.
Additionally the breasts enlarge putting strain on
the upper back. These changes can cause a variety of aches
and pains involving the entire back, pelvis, neck
and pubic symphysis.
Osteopathic treatment through pregnancy is very
gentle and safe. It may be able to help reduce your
pain and aid mobility.
If the mother’s spine and pelvis are properly
aligned she may have an easier pregnancy; this also
brings the added bonus of the baby having a better
pregnancy. Babies move around as they grow, as any
mother can feel. The more the baby is free to move
around, the more likely they are to position
themselves correctly at the end of pregnancy. If the
baby starts off in the right place labour should
progress more smoothly.
Optimal foetal positioning tries to give the baby
the maximum amount of space to move into the best
position. We don’t touch the baby, if the baby can
move freely; they should find the right place.
It may be advisable that you return after the birth
for a check-up and, if necessary, treatment. |
