Osteopathy for Prenatal and Labour

When a woman’s anatomy isn’t in proper alignment, she’s at a far higher risk of experiencing structural damage and excruciating agony during and after giving birth. By maintaining structural balance in the pelvis, manual osteopathic care aids in a more comfortable and safe childbirth experience for the mother and child. There is no universal standard for the intensity of labour pains; each woman’s experience will be unique. While some may feel nothing at all, others may go through extreme pain.

Pain perception is highly influenced by factors such as birth position, emotional stability, mobility, and general health. A woman’s natural response to the intense physical stress of labour is to feel more anxious and fearful. While epidurals and other pain drugs are often used during labour, Manual Osteopathy provides a non-invasive alternative.

Previous damage to the sacrum, coccyx, or pelvic bones is only one of several factors that might make labour and delivery more challenging. This kind of injury, particularly if it occurred years ago, may cause significant muscle and ligament strain all during pregnancy and, especially, during labour. To make room for the newborn, a woman’s pelvic canal widens when her bones flex during labour.

The pain and stiffness in these regions may be alleviated with the use of a Manual Osteopath’s treatment. Injured women often benefit from this since it may make them feel more prepared for the delivery process.