Pregnancy. Comfortable through it, balanced going into it.

Pregnancy changes your center of gravity, loosens your ligaments and loads your pelvis in ways it's never been loaded. Low back, hip and pelvic pain are common and, importantly, treatable without medication. We see expectant mothers every week, and we work alongside your OB or midwife, never instead of them.

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Your first visit
  • History and hands-on exam first
  • X-ray on site, only when the exam calls for it
  • A plain-language explanation and a plan, or a referral

What to expect →

Sound familiar?

What it usually feels like.

  • Low back ache that gets worse as the day goes on
  • Sharp pain at the front of the pelvis (pubic symphysis) with walking or rolling over in bed
  • One-sided pain at the back of the pelvis (sacroiliac joint)
  • Sciatica-type pain into the buttock or leg
  • Round ligament pulling at the lower belly
  • Mid-back and rib pain in the third trimester

What's usually going on

The mechanics behind it.

The pelvis is a ring of three bones with joints at the back (sacroiliac) and the front (pubic symphysis). Pregnancy hormones loosen those joints on purpose, and the growing weight in front changes how they're loaded. If one side of the ring gets stuck or torqued, you feel it as back, hip or pelvic pain, and the uterus, which attaches to that ring by ligaments, is pulled unevenly too.

The Webster technique is a specific assessment and gentle adjustment of the sacrum and pelvis, with release of the associated ligaments, used throughout pregnancy. Its aim is pelvic balance. It is not a procedure to turn a baby, and we don't describe it that way. Many of our patients come when their baby is breech because their provider or a friend suggested addressing pelvic balance; we're glad to be part of that conversation with your birth team.

How we treat it at Borealis

Find the cause. Treat it. Keep it from coming back.

1

Find the cause

Pelvic and sacroiliac assessment, posture and gait, and a history that includes your previous pregnancies and births. No X-rays during pregnancy.

2

Treat it

Webster technique and gentle, pregnancy-adapted adjusting, with positioning that keeps you comfortable at any stage. Prenatal massage for the muscles that are overworking. Everything is low-force.

3

Stay comfortable

Sleep positioning, a pregnancy pillow setup that actually works, and simple pelvic mobility movements. Many patients continue care through delivery and come back for a postpartum check.

Services involved Webster techniqueChiropracticPrenatal massageMassage therapy

Questions

What people ask about pregnancy.

Don't see yours? Call and ask. The front desk will get you an answer or put you through to a doctor.

Is chiropractic safe during pregnancy?
Yes, with pregnancy-specific technique and positioning adapted to each stage. Both doctors see pregnant patients regularly. Tell us how far along you are when you book.
Can you turn my breech baby?
No, and we don't claim to. Webster technique addresses pelvic balance, not fetal position. Discuss options with your OB or midwife; we're happy to be part of your plan alongside them.
When should I start?
Whenever you're uncomfortable, at any trimester. Some patients start early for pelvic balance; many come in the second or third trimester when the back and pelvis begin to complain.
Can I keep coming after the baby's born?
Yes. The postpartum pelvis has its own adjustments to make, and nursing and carrying posture creates new neck and upper-back complaints. A postpartum check is worth doing.

Describe it. We'll figure out the rest.

Call and talk to Dawn at the front desk, or walk in Monday through Thursday. You'll leave your first visit knowing what's going on.

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