Caring Certified Prenatal Chiropractor

At Health From Within, family is the main focus of our chiropractic care. We offer our expert skills to Mokena and its surrounding cities.

Whether you've found us by searching the internet for "prenatal chiropractor near me," looking up "pregnancy chiropractor near me," or have been referred by a friend, you'll find out quickly that Health From Within is a highly qualified and experienced practice group. Dr. Ochsner is a member of the American Pregnancy Association and also holds a certificate from the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association. Both of our chiropractors are also certified in Webster Technique, a specialized prenatal care method.

Benefits of Visiting Our Prenatal Chiropractor

Our pregnancy chiropractor is committed to excellence, which means that each visit is filled with opportunities to give your baby a wonderful start in life. From the moment you walk through our doors, you can expect a welcoming environment. 

It is crucial that you and your baby get the resources needed to optimize your health. Because of this, proper spinal alignment is vital as it encourages your body to work as the cohesive unit it should with easy breathing, balanced coordination, and complete digestion.

Pregnancy can, unfortunately, exacerbate already existing spinal misalignments. Whenever your spine is misaligned, the nerves don't get the full benefit of your brain sending it the proper signals. 

Pain is one of the most frequent and common complaints that our pregnancy chiropractor hears. The lumbar curve of your back becomes more pronounced as your abdomen enlarges to accommodate your growing baby. As your center of gravity shifts, it causes abnormal strain on this excessive lumbar curve, causing your back to ache. Sciatic nerve pain can be caused by this lumbar strain, which can send pain from your lower back down through your hips and legs. 

The hormonal changes that come with pregnancy can also cause a host of symptoms. Relaxin is one of the vital hormones produced during pregnancy. This hormone helps your pelvis to relax so it can not only support your baby as it grows but also during delivery. Relaxin doesn’t just affect the pelvis; it also causes all of the other connective tissues in the body to relax. This can cause you to develop pain in areas where the connective tissue has loosened. 

Joints that are typically stable and stationary can shift as a response to the relaxin hormone. This can cause joint-related pain in the hips, pubis, and sides of the abdomen. Our pregnancy chiropractor can address these misalignments as they happen so that you can enjoy a more comfortable and healthy pregnancy. 

Throughout your pregnancy our chiropractic care can also help:

• Reduce nausea

• Diminish neck pain

• Improve sleep patterns

• Reduce joint pain

• Reduce lower back pain

• Alleviate sciatica pain

While chiropractic adjustments are very helpful in alleviating normal pregnancy aches and pains, our prenatal chiropractor also looks for anything else that may be causing you pain. When all of your alignment issues are addressed it can make a world of difference

Benefits of Prenatal Chiropractic Care for Your Baby

The benefits of seeing our pregnancy chiropractor are not only wonderful for you, but they are amazing for your baby. High-quality prenatal chiropractic care is an excellent way to give your new baby the best start in life.

It’s important to keep in mind that the space inside your uterus is your baby's entire world. While a misaligned pelvis makes you uncomfortable, your baby doesn’t have the option of leaving at the end of a long day, so it’s vital that your baby has as much space to move and grow as possible. Restoring the optimal alignment of your spine and hips provides your baby with as much space as possible to move around. This not only makes your baby more comfortable but allows their development to be unhindered by restricted movement. 

When your baby’s movement is unrestricted, it allows them to get into the optimal position for birth. This position is known as the vertex presentation, which involves your baby’s head pointing down toward the birth canal and facing toward your back. Proper alignment of the nerves that control your uterus can also assist in keeping your contractions during labor strong and efficient. 

Certified in Webster Technique

Dr. Ashly Ochsner is certified in the Webster Technique. General chiropractic care is beneficial for everyone, the Webster Technique, however, was specifically designed to enhance the function of the ligaments supporting the uterus.

When the uterus is adequately supported it encourages optimal nerve function and the ideal vertex presentation of your baby. Routine visits with our prenatal chiropractor can help you face labor without pain medications. Some women that have been regularly treated by a certified prenatal chiropractor have delivered a child in as few as five hours. 

Expect Great Things With Health From Within

If you're expecting a baby, congratulations! Our Health From Within team wants to assist you, your partner, and your baby begin a healthy life together. Call our office to schedule an appointment today. We look forward to having you join our Health From Within family.