Pregnancy Shouldn't Be a Headache!

By Donna Stark

There are so many things to look forward to when you find out you are pregnant, but I can guarantee that headaches are not on that list. It's bad enough that you may have to deal with back pain and muscle aches in the near future, but to add head pain into the mix? Ugh! What could be worse? There is nothing that can change the course of your day faster than a blistering headache, and although you would do anything to get rid of it, you definitely don't want to be taking painkillers during this time. But what else is there?

Chiropractic Care for Headaches

Your local chiropractor at The Joint Chiropractic understands the changes that are going on in your body during pregnancy and can help with the aches and pains that come with them, including the pain that may reside in your head. Let's take a look at the main culprits of headache pain during pregnancy and see how chiropractic care can help.

• Alignment -Your body's alignment is changing, you're carrying additional weight, and your posture is being pulled out of whack, so it's no wonder why your head may start to scream a bit! Regular chiropractic adjustments will place your body back in correct alignment which will improve your posture and reduce muscle strain and tension.
• Inadequate sleep - Getting adequate, healthy amounts of rest can be difficult during your pregnancy as it will become harder and harder to sleep comfortably but your local chiropractors can help! They are full of tips on sleeping positions and bedtime routines, and the adjustments they provide can help ease the pain and discomfort that may end up keeping you awake at night.
• Stress - Pregnancy can be stressful at times and we all know that headaches are often stress-related, but there is no need to worry if you have chiropractic care on your side! Chiropractic adjustments can help reduce the stress in your body which in turn will have a positive effect on those headaches you may experience.

The Safe Approach

Chiropractic care is a safe, effective, and all-natural approach that reduces the pain and discomfort you may feel during your pregnancy. In addition to that, it can improve your overall health and wellness in the process! It's a choice that you can feel totally comfortable with, and with more than 500 locations nationwide and hassle-free visits, seeing your local chiropractors at The Joint Chiropractic couldn't be any easier!

To learn more about your health, wellness, and fitness, see your local chiropractor at The Joint Chiropractic in Monroe, La.