Joy Denis, DO, MOST.  Ostéopathe & Professeur de Yoga

Osteopathy can potentially help address a variety of common problems experienced during pregnancy. Some of the most common issues that may benefit from osteopathic treatment include:

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• Lower back pain: Osteopathy can provide relief from pregnancy-related lower back pain, which is often caused by the increased strain on the back muscles and ligaments as the baby grows.

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• Pelvic pain and instability: Osteopathic techniques can help alleviate pelvic pain and instability by addressing imbalances, aligning the pelvis, and reducing strain on the supporting ligaments.

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• Sciatica: Osteopathy may help relieve sciatic nerve pain, a common complaint during pregnancy, by addressing musculoskeletal imbalances that can compress the sciatic nerve.

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• Round ligament pain: Osteopathic manipulations can help ease the discomfort associated with round ligament pain, which occurs as the ligaments supporting the uterus stretch and expand to accommodate the growing baby.

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• Symphysis pubis dysfunction (SPD): Osteopathic treatment can assist in managing SPD, a condition characterized by pain and instability in the pelvic region due to the relaxation of ligaments supporting the pubic bone.

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• Swelling and edema: Osteopathic techniques that promote circulation and lymphatic drainage can help reduce swelling (edema) in the legs, ankles, and feet that is often experienced during pregnancy.

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• Carpal tunnel syndrome: Osteopathy may help alleviate symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome, a condition that can develop or worsen during pregnancy due to fluid retention and increased pressure on the nerves.

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• Postural imbalances: Osteopathy can address postural changes and imbalances that occur as the body adapts to the growing baby, helping to improve overall posture and reduce associated discomfort.