• Alcantara Joel
• Alcantara JD
• Alcantara Junjoe
• Kent C
• McCoy M
• Kwon C
• Stiles A
• Ohm J

• Pediatric Chiropractic
• Pregnancy
• Prenatal Care

RECOMMENDATION
Rating: Established
Evidence: E, L

During pregnancy a woman’s body experiences numerous biomechanical adaptations and physiological changes. These changes often have an adverse effect on her neuro-musculo-skeletal system affecting quality of life in pregnancy, birth outcome and the future well-being of her baby. Because of these physiological compensations, care must be taken by the chiropractor to select the specific analysis and adjustment procedures most appropriate for the complex changes throughout the various stages of pregnancy. The increased potential for spinal instability in the mother and the related subluxations in the woman’s spine and pelvis throughout pregnancy affect the health and well-being of both her and her baby. This warrants regular chiropractic screening in all women throughout pregnancy. Patient education pertinent to the role of chiropractic care in pregnancy is encouraged.

Key Words: Chiropractic, pregnancy, maternity, maternal health, pediatrics, best practices, practice guidelines, vertebral subluxation, adjustment, spinal manipulation, children, infants

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