prenatal lower back pain

Prenatal Lower Back Pain and Chiropractic Care from a Chiropractor Near You in Whittier, CA, Irwindale, CA, and More

Expectant mothers experience a broad range of physical, mental, and emotional shifts in their bodies due to hormonal changes as the body prepares for the development of a new baby. While pregnancy can be exciting, dealing with prenatal lower back pain can become a problem, impacting your physical well-being. At Urteaga Chiropractic, we offer chiropractic adjustment solutions for pregnant women in Artesia, CA, Irwindale, CA, and Whittier, CA.

Causes of Lower Back Pain during Pregnancy

During pregnancy, you're likely to experience lower back pain as your baby develops. Several factors contribute to this growing discomfort, including:


Postural Changes: As your baby develops, the center of your body's gravity will shift, which can place additional pressure on the back, resulting in unexpected postural changes.

Weight Gain: Pregnancy causes weight gain as your baby develops, adding to the strain on the lower back muscles and spine.

Muscle Separation: Expansion of the uterus can cause abdominal muscles to separate and stretch, reducing core strength, resulting in lower back pain.

Hormones: Hormonal changes can cause ligaments and joints near the pelvis to loosen to make room for your growing baby.

How Chiropractic Care Addresses Prenatal Lower Back Pain

Seeing a chiropractor at Urteaga Chiropractic can help address lower back pain due to pregnancy with the following techniques:

Prenatal Adjustments: Specialized prenatal spinal adjustments ease back pain without putting excessive pressure on the abdomen, making this option one of the safety choices for pregnant women who are interested in a more holistic route when it comes to their chiropractic care.

Exercises: Specialized and individualized exercises along with stretching guidance can strengthen muscles while supporting both the pelvis and spine, especially as your pregnancy progresses.

Soft Tissue Therapy: At Urteaga Chiropractic, we also offer soft tissue therapy techniques. Soft tissue therapy can help pinpoint and alleviate inflammation and muscle tension that is causing you discomfort and/or pain during your pregnancy.

Get Spinal Decompression and a Chiropractic Adjustment from Chiropractors Near You for Lower Back Pain Relief

If you're currently pregnant and suffering from lower back pain, and you prefer working with a chiropractor to address your symptoms, we at Urteaga Chiropractic

Whittier Office

Cerritos Office

Irwindale Office

Orange Office