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Pregnancy & Postpartum
Dr. Van Wagenen is trained to properly evaluate and administer manual therapy, spinal manipulation and joint mobilization to pregnant women.
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Numerous research studies conclude that chiropractic care is safe and effective for pregnancy-related and postpartum musculoskeletal symptoms that may include:
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Carpal tunnel syndrome
Foot & ankle swelling
Groin pain
Headache
Hip pain
Low back pain
Neck pain
Pubic symphysis pain
Sacroiliac joint dysfunction
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· It is estimated that 50% to 85% of pregnant women will experience at least one of the above noted symptoms*
· 20% of women will experience persistent symptoms 2 to 3 years postpartum*
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· the risk for adverse reactions is extremely low and rarely reported in the literature*
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*Stuber et al (2012) Chiropractic & Manual Therapies.
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