Chiropractic care is so gentle and effective that it is recommended during all phases of life- birth and infancy through geriatrics. In fact, by getting regular chiropractic adjustments your nervous system is able to function better improving your overall health. Since the nervous system (brain and spinal cord) controls all other systems of the body (cardiovascular, lymphatic, immune, reproductive, digestive and so on) it makes sense that if you want all systems of your body to work well you should make sure the main system is “up and running” first.

So what does all of this have to do with pregnancy? Well, as you can imagine the process of creating a new life is an extraordinary task for any woman’s body. Everything the woman chooses to do affects the development of that new fetus. The woman’s nervous system controls her reproductive system and ensures that her uterus and ovaries are performing as they should. It also sends signals to the endocrine system to ensure release of proper hormones at exactly the right time. Blood supply doubles and her body helps to create the nervous system and additional systems for her baby. An amazing feat that works in perfect harmony. Can you imagine if even just one of the woman’s systems were not functioning right what an impact that could have on the developing child?

It is well known that during pregnancy extra precautions are taken to ensure a healthy fetus and many things are to be avoided- certain foods, medications, certain activities, certain medical and dental procedures, alcohol, and smoking to name a few. This is so true that when regular pregnancy symptoms arise such as low back pain due to carrying extra weight, carpal tunnel, nausea, headaches, and others; obstetricians and primary care doctors will refer their patients to chiropractors for all natural care free of side effects. In fact, during pregnancy frequent colds are not uncommon. With a small fetus requiring many of the mother’s nutrients, mothers often find themselves worn down and not as healthy as they may have been overall prior to their pregnancy. This is where regular adjustments can make a huge difference. Even if a mother still gets sick, with a better functioning immune system through chiropractic, the sickness usually does not last as long.

For anyone of any age, chiropractic can make a huge difference. Whether you are dealing with neck or back pain, inability to reach your golf or bowling goals, whether you are pregnant, just want to have a better quality of life, or are suffering from allergies, asthma, digestive, cardiovascular or reproductive problems- a healthy nervous system can help your body perform at its peak potential. During the month of June, Crossroads Chiropractic will be holding a daily “Jump into June” Trivia Contest where you can test your knowledge on all things Chiropractic for a chance to win some great prizes!  Stay tuned for more details.