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Chiropractic Care for Infertility
December 2, 2009 |
Infertility affects more than 6 million women and their partners in the United States, and many resort to fertility drugs and therapy. However, drugs and medical treatments to increase fertility may not be the only option. Some research suggests that chiropractic treatments can help those struggling with infertility because the spinal distortions may be causing nerve problems that trigger the hormonal imbalance. Hormonal imbalances can prevent a woman from getting pregnant, so anything that can be done to correct this imbalance can help improve fertility rates and restore the body to a better state of functioning.
Chiropractic treatments work by correcting subluxations in the spine. The chiropractor uses several different techniques to adjust the spine and manipulates the muscle tissues to clear up energy blockages. Form women who are trying to get pregnant, these adjustments could be necessary in the upper or lower back, pelvic region, or even the neck and shoulders. Once the distortions are corrected, the nerves can send the right impulses to the spine, brain and organs, and ensure that all appropriate hormones are being released in and around the reproductive system.
Studies About Chiropractic Care and Infertility
One of the most significant studies in the field of chiropractic care and infertility was conducted by Dr. Madeline Behrendt, and results were published in the May 2003 issue of the Journal of Vertebral Subluxation Research. In this study, a woman who was told she had a 5% chance of conceiving with conventional medicine was able to become pregnant just four months after getting chiropractic treatments. The chiropractor had restored proper functioning of the nerves so that the right messages were being transmitted to the reproductive system.
Finding a Chiropractic Doctor to Treat Infertility
Every chiropractor offers treatment for a number of conditions, and some may not be familiar with the techniques needed for treating infertility. It’s important to determine if the chiropractor is registered with the International Chiropractor’s Association, and then find out if they are familiar with Dr. Behrendt’s work in the field. Chiropractors that specialize in infertility will list this as a service on their menu of services or website; requesting testimonials from previous or current patients, or asking for the doctor’s success rate with infertility treatments will also help you make the right decision.
The chiropractor’s goal is to help you reach a state of complete body wellness, and treating infertility may be one of the goals of your treatment plan. If you are dealing with infertility, you may not have to rely solely on fertility drugs, hormonal replacement therapy and other conventional treatments. Chiropractic adjustments may be all it takes to restore your reproductive system back to good health, and increase your chances of getting pregnant within a short period of time.
