Chiropractors

Toni79 · June 2012

Hey ladies! A few days ago I posted about some moderate hip pain I was having (https://community.thebump.com/cs/ks/forums/thread/66525126.aspx). Alot of you suggested I try a chiropractor. I just had a few follow-up questions about chiropractors.

I always associate chiropractic care with obviously spines, but mostly joints, bones, ligiments, etc. But the pain I've been having recently is more of what I would call a muscle pain. (Although throughout my pregnany I would have described it as a true bone and ligiment pain. Recently it feels like a pulled upper butt muscle). Can chiropractic care help with what I describe as more of a muscel pain?

I also know chiropractic care is good to get the baby in the optimal position. I had an ultrasound today - the baby's head is down (yeah), but the baby is "facing" my right side. The spine is along my left side. I know I have a few more weeks and the baby will move alot between now and then, but there is a part of me that is worried that the baby's head will not turn and face my back.

Can chiropractic care and prenatal messages effect each other? I have a bunch of vouchers for massages, and I planned on using them over the last few weeks of pregnany for pregnancy message (I have one tomorrow). But if I go to a chiropractor and get messages, I don't want the messages to "counter-balance" the chiropractic care. If that makes any sence???

Also, when did you start seeing a chiropractor? I want to talk to my MW before seeing a chiropractor. But I don't see my MW again until 6/22 (my EDD is 7/24). Is a month of chiropractic care enough time for me to notice pain releaf? Or for them to get the baby in the optimal position?

Sorry so many questions!

TIA

robyn2201 · June 2012

Toni79:

I also know chiropractic care is good to get the baby in the optimal position. I had an ultrasound today - the baby's head is down (yeah), but the baby is "facing" my right side. The spine is along my left side. I know I have a few more weeks and the baby will move alot between now and then, but there is a part of me that is worried that the baby's head will not turn and face my back.

What might help your with the pain and also getting the baby into a better position would be by doing pelvic rocks, squats and taylor sitting. The pelvic rocks helped me a lot when I had back pain with DD. The Bradley Method recommends doing all of these on a regular basis. I just did a little google search and found this website which explains each one.

Also, when did you start seeing a chiropractor? I want to talk to my MW before seeing a chiropractor. But I don't see my MW again until 6/22 (my EDD is 7/24). Is a month of chiropractic care enough time for me to notice pain releaf? Or for them to get the baby in the optimal position?

Can you just call your MW now and ask her thoughts instead of waiting till your next appointment? That should be something that she or a nurse could answer over the phone.

Sorry so many questions!

TIA

pixieprincss · June 2012

Your description of when you have pain pain from the other post sounds exactly like pelvic ligament over-laxity (commonly referred to as SPD but is actually called Pelvic Girdle Pain). I don't think that chiro and massage counteract each other. Some chiro practices keep a massage therapist on staff. There isn't a too early or too late to start. I've seen a chiro this entire PG. with DS, I only first considered seeing one at 36 weeks when he was transverse. I guess my question is why stay in pain for longer than you have to? Can you call your MW and ask about chio care so you can get started in the meanwhile? I have someinstant relief as soon as I get adjusted. Then a few hours later I tend to get sore for about a day and then by 1.5 days after the adjustment I feel great.

macy42 · June 2012

Toni79:

I always associate chiropractic care with obviously spines, but mostly joints, bones, ligiments, etc. But the pain I've been having recently is more of what I would call a muscle pain. (Although throughout my pregnany I would have described it as a true bone and ligiment pain. Recently it feels like a pulled upper butt muscle). Can chiropractic care help with what I describe as more of a muscel pain?
Only the DC can determine that, since he/she is the one who will know where the pain is coming from. Even if it's not the spine, a DC can massage knots and other muscular out. If they can't help you, I'm sure they will give you a reference to someone who can. It's kind of funny because DC do so much more than just align someone's back. They can adjust people and help with children with ear problems, digestive issues, and other problems. They are really are miracle workers, naturally!

I also know chiropractic care is good to get the baby in the optimal position. I had an ultrasound today - the baby's head is down (yeah), but the baby is "facing" my right side. The spine is along my left side. I know I have a few more weeks and the baby will move alot between now and then, but there is a part of me that is worried that the baby's head will not turn and face my back.
Remember that these people have a Doctorates degree and they will know exactly what to do/no to do.

Can chiropractic care and prenatal messages effect each other? I have a bunch of vouchers for massages, and I planned on using them over the last few weeks of pregnany for pregnancy message (I have one tomorrow). But if I go to a chiropractor and get messages, I don't want the messages to "counter-balance" the chiropractic care. If that makes any sence???
Personally, I wouldn't do one and then the other without discussing it with one or the other, preferably, speaking to the DC first. Massage could through off something your DC has been working on and you don't want that!

Also, when did you start seeing a chiropractor? I want to talk to my MW before seeing a chiropractor. But I don't see my MW again until 6/22 (my EDD is 7/24). Is a month of chiropractic care enough time for me to notice pain releaf? Or for them to get the baby in the optimal position?
Typically, you will start to feel a lot better 1-2 days after an adjustment. The day of & after is usually a little uncomfortable- that's perfectly normal. Depending on what your experiencing and it's cause will certainly dictate how many times you will have to be treated. IMO call tomorrow and make yourself an appointment. No sense being uncomfortable for any longer!

tokenhoser · June 2012

My chiro was an angel through my pregnancy. Being out of alignment in your hips and spine (and other joints, my chiro adjusts from my feet all the way up to my neck and did my wrists as well when I had pregnancy issues in my hands) will cause pain in the muscles.

Chiro and massage go together so well. Ideally, you get a massage and then an adjustment. Loosen everything up so you adjust better.

Yes, you'll get results in a month of care. You'll see change in one visit and it just gets better from there. Your chiro will likely want to see you 2-3 times in the first week, so be prepared to go a couple times close together right off the bat.

AndromedaEclipse · June 2012

I started in my 8th month, and went 2-3 times a week up until this week. The only reason I stopped was the chiro was near my job (an hour away from home) and I stopped working. I still drove back once last week (and will this week if this baby doesn't hurry up!) to make sure I'm in alignment. It only took two weeks for my pain to go away. And mine sounded a lot like yours - I had a rotated hip. So yes, it was muscular pain, but it was because of a skeletal issue.

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