Dr Loukia Papageorgiou - Chiropractor - Pregnancy - Paediatrics

We provide tailored care during pregnancy to help mums manage physical changes, alleviate discomfort, and support overall well-being. Here’s how we can help:

 Relieving Pregnancy-Related Discomfort

•Lower Back Pain & Pelvic Pain: Chiropractic adjustments can ease tension and misalignments in the spine and pelvis caused by the extra weight and shifting posture during pregnancy.

•Sciatica Relief: Nerve compression due to the growing uterus can cause pain radiating down the legs. Chiropractic care can reduce pressure on the sciatic nerve.

Promoting Optimal Pelvic Alignment

• Proper pelvic alignment ensures the baby has adequate room for movement (known as intrauterine constraint prevention) and supports a smoother delivery. Techniques like the Webster Technique specifically focus on aligning the pelvis.

Reducing Stress on the Nervous System

• Spinal adjustments help maintain nervous system function, which can enhance overall body coordination and reduce stress levels.

Improving Posture

• As the pregnancy progresses, postural changes can strain the spine and joints. We help to guide mums on maintaining proper posture and perform adjustments to reduce strain.

Preparing for Labour and Delivery

• Chiropractic care can improve pelvic and spinal biomechanics, which may contribute to shorter and less painful labours. Some techniques focus on positioning the baby optimally for birth.

Managing Hormonal and Emotional Changes

• By supporting physical well-being, chiropractic care can indirectly help manage hormonal changes, sleep issues, and emotional stress during pregnancy.

Gentle and Safe Techniques

• We are trained in prenatal care use gentle techniques tailored to pregnant women, ensuring safety for both mum and baby.

Yes, babies can benefit from seeing a chiropractor, especially when the care is focused on gentle techniques tailored to their unique needs. Chiropractic care for infants aims to support healthy development, alleviate discomfort, and address common issues resulting from the birthing process or early growth stages.

How Can We Help Babies?

Relief After Birth Trauma

• The birthing process can place significant stress on a baby’s spine and nervous system, especially during long labours, C-sections, or assisted deliveries (forceps or vacuum). Gentle chiropractic adjustments can help alleviate these stresses.

Improved Sleep and Relaxation

• Babies struggling with sleep due to discomfort or tension may benefit from chiropractic care, which promotes relaxation and nervous system balance.

Support for Colic and Digestive Issues

• Chiropractic care can help improve the function of the nervous system, potentially reducing colic, reflux, or constipation by addressing any misalignments that may interfere with digestion.

Assistance with Feeding Challenges

• Babies experiencing difficulty latching or breastfeeding due to jaw tension, neck stiffness, or poor head movement may find relief through chiropractic adjustments.

Enhancement of Developmental Milestones

• A balanced nervous system supports physical milestones like rolling over, crawling, and walking by optimising joint and muscular coordination.

Plagiocephaly (Flat Head Syndrome)

• Chiropractic care can assist in managing cranial imbalances or neck tension, which may contribute to plagiocephaly. Techniques are used to gently encourage symmetrical development.

Boosting the Immune System

• Adjustments can improve nervous system function, which plays a critical role in regulating immune responses, potentially reducing the frequency of colds or ear infections.

When Should a Baby See a Chiropractor?

• After a traumatic birth.

• If they have colic, reflux, or feeding difficulties.

• If they favour turning their head to one side or show signs of neck stiffness.

• For support with developmental concerns or posture.

If you’re curious about paediatric chiropractic care, ask us at Chiropractic On Winston for compassionate and specialised care to ensure your baby’s health and well-being are prioritised.

Absolutely, when performed by a chiropractor trained in paediatric care. Adjustments for babies are incredibly gentle, often involving light fingertip pressure. The techniques are non-invasive and tailored to the baby’s size and condition.