Longview Symphysis Pubis Disorder Treatment
During pregnancy, the hips spread in preparation for birth. The symphysis joint, in particular, opens up to an inch during labor. When this joint doesn’t come back together properly, there can be an issue with a second pregnancy. That’s why Symphysis Pubis Disorder is most common in multiparous women (women who have had more than one pregnancy). It’s also a common disorder for women who are overweight, those with weak abductors, or those who are generally not in great physical health in weeks 32 to 35 of their pregnancies. The team at Optimize Chiropractic is dedicated to giving women the tools they need to make the best choices for their bodies and their pregnancies.
How can we help?
Benefits of Chiropractic Care During Pregnancy
Enhanced Quality of Life
When your body comes back together properly after delivery, your postnatal life is that much more enjoyable.
Better Balance
Keeping your psoas muscles loose and well-balanced will help strengthen your abductors, making it easier for your symphysis joint to come back together.
Pain Relief
Exercising before, after, and during your pregnancy can help reduce your chances of developing Symphysis Pubis Disorder.
How does SPD manifest?
Symptoms of SPD
When the spine is not in alignment, the entire body can suffer. Not only is pain a problem, but athletic performance can also be affected. The benefits of chiropractic care are extensive and can help young athletes reach high levels in their favorite sports.
- Feels like the hip is collapsing or the leg is caving in
- Pain running down the inside of the leg
- Knee pain that shoots from the groin down into the leg
Why do I have SPD?
Common Causes of SPD
Although the pain presents in the hip or groin and seems to shoot down the leg, the problem actually starts in the abductors. Because the pain runs down the leg, it also contributes to the knee pain felt during pregnancy.
- The symphysis joint comes together improperly after a first pregnancy
- Lack of activity or exercise during pregnancy
- Being overweight during pregnancy
- Weak abductor strength