Pregnancy Pain Diamond Creek, Eltham, St Helena, Greensborough, Hurstbridge

Symmetree Osteopathy offers quality care to local residents in Diamond Creek & surrounding areas including Hurstbridge, Kangaroo Ground, Eltham North, Panton Hill, St Andrews, Doreen, Nutfield, Cottlesbridge, St Helena, Eltham and Greensborough.

Over the course of a pregnancy, a woman’s body must be able to adapt to both the structural & hormonal changes that occur to accommodate a growing baby.

The gradual increase in weight causes a shift in the body’s center of gravity and this exaggerates the normal spinal curves. The release of hormones softens the supporting ligaments & muscles of the pelvis. These changes place added stress particularly on the low back and pelvis.

Any old injuries, underlying muscle tightness, joint restriction or pelvic instability will impair a woman’s ability to adapt to these changes and may result in pain & discomfort.

Lower & mid back, buttock & leg pain (sciatica), are some of the most common complaints associated with pregnancy.

Where does Osteopathy fit in?

Osteopathic treatment and advice provides this help by maximizing the body’s ability to adapt to the growing baby.

Treatment is important at the following stages:

  • During pregnancy – to help the body adapt to the postural demands of the growing baby. Maximizing pelvic mobility can also help to minimize the chances of a problematic labour. Different treatments in different stages of pregnancy can improve circulation, reduce stress to postural muscles, decrease oedema and increase relaxation.
  • Post-natal – to help the woman recover from the birth. Treatment is aimed at gently easing sore and tired muscles and rebalancing the pelvis.

Osteopathy can also help relieve back pain from breast feeding and lifting the baby.

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Is it safe to have treatment during pregnancy

Yes. Osteopathy has one of the best safety records of any medically related profession.

Treatment techniques are extremely gentle and are carefully selected for each individual.

Many new mothers consult an osteopath following the birth in order to correct any possible musculo-skeletal imbalances that may have been the result of a difficult labour.

We’re confident we can help your body find health, book your appointment online now or contact us on (03) 8418 0886!