Navigate Hormonal & Mechanical Shifts by Trimester
First Trimester: Relaxin
          Mechanical findings: From exaggerated lordosis to altered gait
          Common pain complaints: lower back pain (LBP)
Second Trimester: Relaxin, progesterone, and plasma dynamics
          Stabilizing Challenges: The lordotic curve & sciatic nerve troubles
          Common pain complaints: SPD, Carpal Tunnel, and round ligament pain
Third Trimester: Estrogen, progesterone, and relaxin
          Adaptations to Mechanical Changes: Gait adaptations and rib dynamics
          Common pain complaints: Round ligament pain & sacral concerns
Postpartum: Oxytocin surges to post-partum depression
          Common pain complaints: mommy arm, diastasis recti, and weakened pelvic floor

Clinical Assessment and Treatment: Soft Tissue Techniques, Adjustment, Active & Home Care Tools
Comprehensive trimester-wise assessment and treatment to identify root cause of:

Customized treatment plans: From spinal alignment to delivery prep and reduction in labor Times
Clinical considerations for the differences in vaginal birth vs. c-section
Safety considerations and contraindications in maternal care

Navigate Hormonal & Mechanical Shifts by Trimester

• Holistic Rehab: Combine strength training, pelvic floor techniques, and neuromuscular re-education
• Targeted Soft Tissue Manipulation: Advanced myofascial release and trigger point therapy techniques to alleviate muscle tension and pain syndromes
• Pelvic Balancing Techniques: Implement targeted techniques to optimize pelvic alignment, facilitate easier childbirth and alleviate common pain syndromes
• Precision Spinal Adjustments: Harness specialized chiropractic techniques tailored for pregnancy and postpartum to realign vertebrae, alleviate nerve compression, and restore optimal nervous system function, ensuring mothers move and function pain-free.

Practical Tools & Techniques for Self-Care to Amplify Outcomes & Empower Patients

• Tailored Techniques: From posture modifications to soft tissue techniques for home program
• Low-Cost, High Impact: Exercise ball routines, lumbosacral belts, and more!

The Postpartum Body: A Deep Dive 

• Musculoskeletal and hormonal shifts after pregnancy
• Unique challenges for postpartum women transitioning back to fitness
• Safely guide postpartum women to resume physical activity

Holistic MSK Evaluations: From Initial to Ongoing 

• Comprehensive assessments: lumbo-pelvic-hip complex, diastasis recti, and postural changes
• Pelvic floor dynamics: strength, tone, and endurance assessments
• Functional movement screens for high-impact activities, including gait evaluation
• Pain differentiation: musculoskeletal vs. visceral vs. surgical origin

Overcome Obstacles: Tactics to Address Common Postpartum Concerns  

• Diastasis Recti
• C-section Scar Pain and Restriction
• Pelvic Girdle Pain
• Incontinence (Leaking)
• Pelvic Organ Prolapse
• Stress Fractures

Crafting the Perfect Physical Activity Blueprint 

• Emphasizing a paced approach: reintroducing fitness gradually
• Combining strength, flexibility, and tailored techniques for postpartum-specific issues
• Injury prevention: addressing common risks and ensuring a safe return to running and other sports
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• Navigating challenging terrain
• Getting a handle on stroller running