Suffering Pain?

To Consult with an osteopath now?

Shanan Sher,
Osteopath

Cell Phone:
052 2931002

Sheera Epstein,
Osteopath

Cell Phone:
052 3919626

Jerusalem Clinic:
Jerusalem Medical Center
9A Diskin Street
Jerusalem
(02) 566-9173

Tel Aviv Clinic:
Ramat Aviv Medical Center
Ramat Aviv Mall
Einstein Street 40
Ramat Aviv
Tel Aviv
(03) 519-5008
Cell: 052 2931002

Osteopathy is an effective non-invasive (non-drug) treatment for joint pain during pregnancy

Osteopathy an effective treatment for back pain during pregnancy

Osteopathic treatment through pregnancy is a wonderfully gentle way of helping the body adapt to the changes which are taking place. The safety of mother and baby is the osteopath’s first concern. At a time when medication is not recommended, the osteopathic hands-on treatment provides the answer to many women's back pain.

After a thorough assessment, osteopathic treatment may help to relieve the aches and pains caused by growth in size of the baby and the accommodation of the mother's body to this. The osteopath employs a variety of gentle techniques to ease supporting muscles and ligaments.

Osteopathic treatment decreases the inflammation of ligaments and muscles that can cause pain during pregnancy. The osteopath gently improves mobility of the spine. This can be done successfully by soft-tissue massage, gentle articulation and mobilization of the joints of the spine and stretching of the muscles in spasm surrounding the spine.

Osteopathic treatment enables the patient to get back on their feet quickly. The gentle manual treatment provided by the osteopath reduces the muscle spasm, inflammation, and nerve pressure, the primary pain producers.

Don't suffer back pain and sciatica during pregnancy,
for advice on how the Israel Center for Osteopathy can treat you during your pregnancy
call now !!

Ramat Aviv Medical Center Jerusalem Medical Center
03-519-5008 02-566-9173

or email here

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Advice from your osteopath can help you to change your posture and learn to use your body correctly through pregnancy. As well as lower back pain, the osteopath can help to ease:

pain in the buttock, groin or leg (sciatica).
neck and shoulder pain
chest, rib and mid-back pain
wrist pain
pelvic pain

Treatment may be supplemented by exercises and other forms of self-help which the osteopath my prescribe for the expectant mother to do at home.

Pregnancy and lower back pain

Pregnancy is a time of change for many women and it is not uncommon to experience some lower back pain during this time. Reports show between 50 to 70 percent of all pregnant women experience back pain. Women who are overweight or have had back pain prior to pregnancy are most at risk of back pain during pregnancy.

For many years, osteopaths have used their skill to help relieve the aches and pains caused by weight and posture changes during and after pregnancy.

What causes back pain during pregnancy?

1. Postural Changes – As the baby grows in the womb, its extra weight results in a changed center of gravity and posture changes in the mother from week to week. One's back has to work to support the additional weight and to keep one upright. This can lead to a variety of aches and pains in the back, neck, arms and legs.

2. Hormones – The body releases a hormone during pregnancy, called relaxin. This causes the ligaments in the pelvic area to become more lax and the joints to become more mobile in preparation for the birthing process. These changes in the joints and ligaments may affect the support your back normally experiences.

3. Stress – psychological stress during pregnancy will have an effect on lower back pain.

4. Previous History of Back Pain - If one has experienced back pain prior to pregnancy one may already have a weakness in the back. This makes one more prone to pain during pregnancy, as the body changes and has to cope with an increased load on the back.

4. Poor Daily Posture – A slouching posture, excessive standing, and incorrect lifting and bending techniques can cause or exaggerate lower back pain.

How to prevent or minimize back pain during pregnancy?

Here are some useful tips:

1. Squat with a straight back to pick things up. Never bend over . Hold the object or child you are lifting close to the center of your body. DO NOT carry a child on your hip for any length of time.

2. Avoid wearing high heels. These put extra strain on your lower back.

3. Avoid sleeping on your back. Try to sleep in the fetal position, i.e.. on your side. Place a pillow between your knees to prevent back strain and under your abdomen to provide support.

4. If necessary, wear a support belt to give the lower back extra stability.

5. Rest occasionally with your feet elevated. This takes the pressure off the lower back and reduces ankle swelling.

6. Make sure all equipment (changing table, pushchairs / strollers) and work surfaces are at a comfortable height for you.

For advice on how the Israel Center for Osteopathy
can treat your pregnancy pain call now !!

Ramat Aviv Medical Center Jerusalem Medical Center
03-519-5008 02-566-9173

or email here

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