Considering massage and chiropractic care are rated as the top alternatives to traditional medical treatment according to WebMD, it makes sense for chiropractors in Frisco TX to offer massage therapy alongside traditional chiropractic treatment. Among those chiropractors who do, a specialty field has emerged as being particularly beneficial to their patients: prenatal massage therapy. Also known as pregnancy massage, this focused field of treatment can range from light massage to a full-body Swedish massage or even Cranio-Sacral Therapy (CST) and circulatory work. Although WebMD says that pregnancy is one of the most beneficial times to get a massage, it’s only those with low-risk pregnancies or whose OB/GYN has prescribed prenatal massage that should have one.
Even during a “normal” pregnancy, a mom-to-be shouldn’t lie on her back as the weight of the baby can cause decreased circulation for himself and his mom by restricting deep blood vessels. Because of this limitation, prenatal massage is typically performed while the patient is lying on her side, supported with cushions designed specifically for the job. Chiropractors in Frisco TX consider this to be the optimal position for prenatal massage. The American Pregnancy Association warns moms against having massages on tables with holes that are supposed to accommodate the uterus, as they allow the abdomen to hang down unsupported and still put pressure on the abdominal area.
You know how painful your back can get during pregnancy, so for that reason alone a prenatal massage is beneficial. In addition to alleviating back and leg pain, WebMD lists additional benefits of prenatal massage to be:
- diminished levels of stress hormones
- release of “feel-good” hormones for enhanced mood
- better, more restful sleep
- decreased anxiety
You’ll also experience improved circulation, less joint pain and your muscles and soft tissue will benefit from enhanced oxygenation.
If a prenatal massage sounds like the little slice of heaven you’ve been craving, give the professionals at Tieperman Health and Wellness a call. They’re the chiropractors in Frisco TX who have been trained in prenatal massage and know just how to relieve your stress and help you relax and feel better. They know that every mom is different, so you’ll get personalized, star treatment at your very first visit that will keep you coming back for more, long after the baby has been born. Call Tieperman Health and Wellness at 214-705-1799 for effective, affordable pain management before, during and after pregnancy.
References:
http://www.webmd.com/pain-management/news/20050630/massage-chiropractic-top-medical-alternatives
http://www.webmd.com/baby/pregnancy-and-massage
http://americanpregnancy.org/pregnancyhealth/prenatalmassage.html
Chiropractors in Frisco TX
Frisco TX Chiropractor | Tieperman Health & Wellness
8760 3rd St
Frisco, Texas 75034
214-705-1799