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Chiropractic Pregnancy

A DECREASED LABOR TIME CAN BE THE RESULT OF RECEIVING CHIROPRACTIC CARE DURING PREGNANCY!

The nervous system controls all the functions of the body, including labor. Chiropractic adjustments ensure that there is no interference with the normal process of childbirth. Optimum nerve supply will allow the cervix to dilate and the uterus to contact rhythmically and forcefully to facilitate the natural birthing process. Alignment of the pelvis ensures the maximum amount of room for the baby to exit. The hormones necessary to initiate and continue the labors process are also controlled by the nervous system. Dr. Kress has seen how chiropractic has helped women experience the labor and delivery they envisioned.

Gentle chiropractic care is wonderful for pregnant women because it is drugless and will not harm the baby. Instead, chiropractic adjustments can enhance the functioning of the placenta to ensure that the baby is receiving an optimum amount of nourishment for proper growth and development. Dr. Kress has helped many expecting moms with safe, gentle chiropractic care, and chiropractic has been reported to help with: 

Headache * Backache * Leg Pain & Sciatica * Morning Sickness * Hemorrhoids * Constipation * Swelling * Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Chiropractic care can also help with complications that arise during pregnancy, such as toxemia, and is beneficial in high risk pregnancies, such as previous miscarriage and incompetent cervix.

BREECH TURNING PROTOCOL

The "grandfather of pediatrics", the late Dr. Larry Webster, developed a chiropractic adjusting protocol for turning babies with a breech presentation. This protocol does not involve manual version of the baby and therefore is much safer.  Call our office today to schedule a complimentary chirorpactic evaluation with our doctor: 651-294-2332 to learn how this may benefit you.


 

Kids and Backpack Safety

 

Kids are carrying far too many books in their backpacks these days, and to make matters worse, they’re wearing them improperly as well. What effect do backpacks have on kids’ health both now, and in the future? Richard Pistolese, DC of Future Perfect Inc., makes the following recommendations when choosing a backpack:

  • Look for backpacks with wide, padded shoulder straps. Narrow straps dig painfully into shoulders and can hinder circulation, causing numbness or tingling in the arms, which over time may cause weakness in the hands. Padded shoulder straps help absorb the load.
  • Look for backpacks with “S” shaped shoulder straps, which will ergonomically contour to your child’s body.
  • Consider the weight of the backpack when empty. For example, a canvas backpack will be lighter weight than leather.
  • Look for backpacks with a waist or chest strap. This will help keep the load close to the body and help maintain proper balance.
  • Look for backpacks with a backpack with a built in back support.
  • Look for backpacks with a lumbar pillow.
  • Make sure the backpack is not too heavy. Students of all ages seem to be carrying heavier loads. Even when worn properly with both straps, leaning forward to compensate for this extra weight can affect the natural curve in the lumbar, or lower back region. Extra weight may cause a rounding of the shoulders and an increased curve in the thoracic, or upper back region. As a result, the student may experience back, shoulder and neck pain. A good rule to follow is to carry no more than 10-15% of one’s body weight.
  • Consider purchasing a backpack with wheels.