Chiropractic During Pregnancy

Feb 22, 2022

I was thinking about seeing a chiropractor but I am currently 7 months pregnant. Is it safe for me to get adjusted?

It’s a good question — and the answer is yes. Chiropractors are specially trained to adjust pregnant women safely. Pregnant patients will use a custom table that holds your “bump,” and a thorough exam will be done before any adjustments are made. 

Chiropractic care can help support a healthy pregnancy and reduce associated back pain. With a balanced pelvis, your baby has a greater chance of moving into the correct position for birth.



During pregnancy, your body will produce a hormone that impacts the ligaments and spinal joints in the back, which can create significant changes in posture, movement, and overall musculoskeletal health. Sometimes, this hormone can even loosen joints creating instability in the bones. 

As a result, you may begin experiencing low back pain, leg pain, headaches, and trouble sleeping. Once the baby begins to weigh more than a few ounces, the additional weight can throw pregnant women even more off balance – resulting for some serious back pain. 

This article was written with the assistance of

Evan Thatcher, Salisbury University student intern.