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Published on: January 27, 2010

Optimizing pain relief during pregnancy using manual therapy.

Christopher Oswald, Ceara C Higgins, Demetry Assimakopoulos

    Canadian Family Physician Medecin De Famille Canadien
    |August 16, 2013
    PubMed
    Summary

    Chiropractic care, including spinal manipulation, is a safe and effective treatment for pregnant women experiencing low back and pelvic pain. This evidence-based option helps manage pain as the body changes during pregnancy.

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    Area of Science:

    • Obstetrics and Gynecology
    • Musculoskeletal Medicine
    • Complementary and Alternative Medicine

    Background:

    • Pregnant individuals often experience muscle and joint aches.
    • Many are hesitant to use analgesics during pregnancy.
    • Understanding safe pain management options is crucial.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review the literature on chiropractic care for pregnant patients.
    • To assess the safety and effectiveness of chiropractic care during pregnancy.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review of evidence on manual therapy for pregnant women.
    • Analysis of studies on chiropractic care and spinal manipulation.

    Main Results:

    • Pregnancy leads to anterior shifts in the center of mass, increasing lumbar lordosis.
    • This postural change commonly results in low back and pelvic girdle pain.
    • Recent evidence supports manual therapy as effective and safe for this pain.

    Conclusions:

    • Chiropractic care, including spinal manipulation, is a highly safe and effective evidence-based option.
    • It is recommended for pregnant women with mechanical low back and pelvic pain.
    • Massage therapy is also a viable treatment option.

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