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Chiropractic Care and Women’s Health: A Holistic Approach to Fertility and Wellness

Dec 31, 2024 09:31AM ● By Dr. Marianne Messina

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The body is an incredible organism capable of remarkable functions, including the ability to bring new life into the world. These vital processes are governed by the nervous system, which acts as the body’s central communication network. However, fertility issues often arise when this system becomes disrupted due to poor nutrition, high stress, trauma or unhealthy lifestyle habits.

Chiropractic care can play a significant role in overcoming these challenges. By maintaining spinal alignment and reducing interference in the nervous system, chiropractic adjustments enhance communication between the brain and reproductive organs. Chiropractic care can also complement other fertility treatments, such as In Vitro Fertilization (IVF). Research has shown that women who receive chiropractic care alongside IVF may experience better outcomes, including increased chances of success with the procedure.

During pregnancy, maintaining pelvic stability is essential for both the mother and baby. Chiropractic care supports pelvic balance, allowing the baby to move freely and assume the best position for birth. The Webster Technique, a specialized chiropractic adjustment, promotes pelvic balance throughout pregnancy, helping to create optimal conditions for delivery.

In addition to supporting the pelvis, chiropractic care during pregnancy reduces interference with the nervous system, ensuring proper communication between the brain and body. This promotes optimal fetal development and helps reduce stress on the mother’s body. By minimizing nervous system interference, chiropractic care helps the body function efficiently, leading to healthier pregnancies and smoother deliveries.

By improving nervous system function and reducing interference, chiropractic care enables the body to work in harmony with its natural processes, enhancing fertility, supporting pregnancy and promoting overall wellness.

Dr. Marianne Messina specializes in women’s health and wellness at Cortlandt Wellness, a holistic healthcare private practice, located at 2127 Crompond Rd., Ste. 104B, in Cortlandt Manor. She has been serving Westchester County for three decades and is an active member of the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA) and certified in the Webster Technique, which supports the balance of the pelvis in pregnant women providing optimum birth for the mother and baby. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 914-930-8800 or visit CortlandtWellness.com.