Postpartum Chiropractic Care
Given the physical demands of labour and delivery, no matter the type of delivery, along with the responsibilities of carrying for a newborn, aches and pains are commonly experienced amongst parents. From persistent low back pain following pregnancy to neck, shoulder, and wrist pain from feeding, rocking and carrying your little one, our chiropractic team is here to support you through the transition to parenthood.
We will meet you where you are at and provide support through manual techniques as well as breast/chest/bottle feeding postural advice, lifting techniques, stretches, exercises and aids to use to care for you while you care for your babe.
We understand that these aches and pains exist for all parents and caregivers, and so, all are welcome at Bright Health Co.
Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation is integrated into every chiropractic treatment plan. Given the physical demands of parenthood, the goal of rehabilitation is to address overall flexibility and range of motion, strength and endurance, postural correction, balance and proprioception, function and integration of movement of the spine and the locomotor system.
Your treatment plan and rehabilitation program are personalized to meet your individual needs based on the history and physical examination findings. Compliance with your rehabilitation programs allows for a speedy recovery and avoidance of injury re-aggravation to allow you feel to your best as you care for your little one!
Postpartum Naturopathic Care
The transition into the postpartum period, is a transformative time for both the parent and child. During this period, our Bright Naturopathic Doctor (ND) provides comprehensive and personalized care to support parents at every stage of their journey.
Various treatment options may be used including nutritional guidance, herbal therapies, supplemental support, stress reduction techniques, lifestyle recommendations to manage discomforts, as well as acupuncture.
Acupuncture
Acupuncture is a therapeutic method where fine sterile needles are inserted into specific anatomical points. It is used to encourage natural healing, muscle relaxation, pain reduction, and improve function of affected areas of the body in both acute and chronic conditions. It is a gentle, painless treatment option that has few side effects which is why it is commonly used as a modality to help ease the aches and pains caused by the physical demands of parenthood.
Acupuncture is provided by both our Bright chiropractors as well as acupuncturist depending on your healthcare needs and goals. To discuss which discipline is best suited for you, feel free to book a complimentary meet and great to discuss!
We understand that these aches and pains exist for all parents and caregivers, and so, all are welcome at Bright Health Co.
Kinesiology Taping and Postpartum
Kinesiology tape is a therapeutic tape that is proposed to facilitate stability to muscles and joints, improving blood flow, reducing pain and swelling and controlling inflammation to best support you in the postpartum period.
It is an elastic cotton strip with an acrylic adhesive so it will not restrict your range of motion, but will typically last for three to five days if applied correctly, so you can focus your attention on what matters most, your little. Proper instruction for wear will be provided at your appointment following application. We also offer skin-coloured kinesiology tape at Bright Health Co. in a diverse range of tones.