Pregnancy-Related Musculosketal Issues

The body undergoes several changes during pregnancy including release of the hormone “relaxin” which leads to increased laxity (looseness) of one’s ligaments. This helps prepare the body for the changes during pregnancy but also makes the body more vulnerable to chronic aches, pains, and instability. Nine months is a long time to “just deal with the pain!”Many standard treatments and medications are unsafe for pregnancy, but Dr. Clearfield is able to safely perform OMT to help the body stay in its proper alignment. OMT is a proven safe and effective treatment for pregnant and post-partum womenwho suffer from musculoskeletal pain and/or pinched nerves, such as sciaticaand/or carpal tunnel syndrome.