Discover gentle and effective care to alleviate discomfort, enhance pelvic function, and optimize fetal positioning.
A Chiropractic Solution for Expectant Mothers
The Webster Technique is a specific chiropractic analysis and adjustment that focuses on reducing the effects of sacral subluxation/SI joint dysfunction. In doing so, this technique aims to improve neuro-biomechanical function in the pelvis. Developed by Dr. Larry Webster, D.C., the founder of the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA), this technique has gained recognition for its potential to facilitate easier, safer births.
Understanding the Webster Technique
The Webster Technique is a gentle and non-invasive method of chiropractic care tailored specifically for pregnant women. It seeks to correct sacral misalignment, enhance pelvic neuro-biomechanical function, and reduce tension in the surrounding muscles and ligaments. By addressing these key areas, the technique aims to provide a more comfortable pregnancy and potentially decrease the duration of labor and delivery.
Key Benefits of the Webster Technique
Who Can Benefit from the Webster Technique?
While the Webster Technique is particularly beneficial for pregnant women, especially those whose babies are in a breech or suboptimal position, it can also be advantageous for:
- Any pregnant woman seeking to enhance her pregnancy experience and potentially reduce labor time.
- Individuals experiencing sacral subluxation or pelvic discomfort.
What to Expect During Your Appointment
During a Webster Technique session, the chiropractor will perform a specific analysis to identify any sacral misalignment. Following this analysis, a gentle and targeted adjustment is applied to correct the position. Additionally, soft tissue techniques may be utilized to address associated muscle and ligament tension. Sessions are typically brief and do not involve any discomfort.
Extracorporeal Pulse Activation Technology (EPAT), also known as shockwave therapy, is the most advanced and highly effective treatment method for musculoskeletal conditions.
If left untreated, repetitive movements can gradually damage our musculoskeletal system, just like how a knife dulls over time. Someone who is damaging or injuring their body may not feel it immediately, but eventually, all the repetitive stress can take its toll on the body. Little by little, the tissues in our body break down over time.
The body responds to the damage by restoring injured tissue through a regeneration process. But at the rate that people use their bodies, the body often finds it difficult to catch up.
There often isn’t enough time to rest and heal the damaged tissue, so the damage continues to build up. What shockwave therapy does is that it accelerates the tissue regeneration process.
Instead of being forced to take long breaks to give the body time to regenerate tissue, shockwave therapy can help speed up recovery. After just a couple of sessions of shockwave therapy, the body’s tissues can heal completely.
Our Commitment to Your Care
Our practitioners at Integrative Spine & Sports are trained and certified in the Webster Technique, bringing years of experience and a gentle touch to each session. We are committed to providing a safe, comfortable environment for all our patients, especially expectant mothers looking to enhance their pregnancy journey.
Interested in learning more about the Webster Technique and how it can benefit your pregnancy? Click here to send us a message, or call us directly at (212) 362-4742 to schedule a consultation. Our friendly team is here to answer your questions and guide you through your prenatal chiropractic care journey.
