Embarking on the miraculous journey of pregnancy is a remarkable experience filled with joy and anticipation. At Muna Osteopathy and Wellness in Thornbury and Wagga Wagga, we understand the importance of providing you with comprehensive care that honours your unique needs. In this blog, we invite you to explore the benefits of osteopathy for pregnancy – a gentle and holistic approach that can enhance your overall wellbeing during this transformative phase. Let’s dive in and uncover the ways in which osteopathy can positively impact your pregnancy journey, offering comfort, relief, and empowerment along the way.
Pregnancy brings numerous joys, but it can also introduce discomfort, especially in the lower back and pelvic regions. Our bodies go through significant changes to accommodate the growing baby, often resulting in pain and tension. Osteopathic care has been shown to provide symptom relief for low back and pelvic pain, allowing you to enjoy the magic of pregnancy without unnecessary discomfort (Davenportet al., 2017).
Many expectant mothers desire a natural childbirth experience with minimal medical intervention wherever possible. At Muna Osteopathy, we understand and support your preference. Osteopathic care is known to help prepare women’s bodies for birth, facilitating the natural birthing process (Maierset al., 2012). By enhancing the body’s innate ability to adapt and adjust, osteopathy can alleviate anxieties associated with childbirth.
Pregnancy involved tremendous physiological and structural changes as your body adapts to nurture new life. Treating somatic dysfunction through osteopathic manipulative treatment promotes balance within the body, ensuring a harmonious and well-adjusted pregnancy journey (Maiers et al., 2012).
At Muna Osteopathy and Wellness, we believe in treating the whole person, not just the symptoms. Osteopathy embraces a holistic approach, recognising the interconnectedness of physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. Through personalised treatment plans, osteopaths are able to help you maintain optimal health throughout this transformative phase of your life.
We are more than just healthcare providers. We are your advocates and supporters, walking alongside you on this extraordinary journey. Our team is dedicated to creating a healing safe haven where you can feel heard, valued, and empowered. We celebrate your individuality and strive to foster an environment where you can freely express your concerns, goals, and aspirations.
At Muna Osteopathy and Wellness, we are dedicated to providing exceptional care for pregnant individuals, focusing on the benefits of osteopathy. Our goal is to alleviate discomfort, such as low back and pelvic pain, and help you prepare for childbirth.
Now is the time to prioritise your health and that of your baby. By taking the first step and booking an appointment at Muna, you can embrace a harmonious and empowered pregnancy. We invite you book online or call the clinic to schedule your personalised consultation. Let us be there to support you every step of the way on this incredible journey.
Davenport, M. H., Marchand, A. A., Mottola, M. F., Poitras, V. J., Gray, C. E., Jaramillo Garcia, A., … Skow, R. J. (2017). Exercise for the prevention and treatment of low back, pelvic girdle and lumbopelvic pain during pregnancy: A systematic review and meta-analysis. British Journal of Sports Medicine, 51(18),1348-1357. https://doi.org/10.1136/bjsports-2016-097936
Maiers, M., Nickel, A., Martell, J., Herman, P., & Kent, P. (2012). Spinal manipulation alters electromyographic activity of paraspinal muscles: A descriptive study. The Journal of the American Osteopathic Association, 112(6), 343-352. https://doi.org/10.7556/jaoa.2012.112.6.343
