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Wicker Park, Chicago

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pre-natal care

Our goal is to ensure you have a viable, healthy and comfortable pregnancy.

Pre-Natal Chiropractic

As a pregnant person’s weight increases, their center of gravity shifts and they may experience postural compensations respond accordingly. In addition, the ligament laxity necessary for birthing adds to instability in all of their joints, including the spine and pelvis. Chiropractic adjustments help maintain balance in the body and keep your pelvis mobile and open for birth. We have pregnancy pillows that allow the pregnant patient to lay face down safely.

We typically follow the OB-GYN/midwife schedule for chiropractic care. We teach you how to manage and prevent pregnancy aches and pains with therapeutic exercises and proper ergonomics.

Chiropractic care is effective at easing pregnancy discomforts such as:

  • Lower back pain
  • Groin pain
  • Round ligament pain
  • Pain in the glutes
  • Sciatica
  • Headaches
  • Upper back pain
  • Lightening crotch

With pre-natal chiropractic adjustments we strive to reduce discomforts and work to get the pelvis in the best position for delivery. When the pelvis is misaligned it may reduce the amount of room for the developing baby to be comfortable and they may seek out a less than optimal positioning for birth. Currently, the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA) recommends that women receive chiropractic care throughout pregnancy to establish pelvic balance and optimize the room a baby has for development throughout pregnancy. With an aligned and balanced pelvis, baby has a greater chance to move into a head down position.

What is Webster Technique?

The Webster Technique is utilized with our pregnant patients. It is a postural analysis and adjustment aimed at increasing mobility and allowing the pelvis to expand. When this happens, it often frees up space in the uterus, ultimately aiding with labor and delivery.

It is often used on patients who have a breech baby. Your chiropractor will not attempt to turn your baby. Instead, the adjustment is about creating space in the pelvis so your baby can more freely move into an optimal position on their own. This technique is incredibly gentle and noninvasive.

The ideal time to begin The Webster Technique is the 32nd week of pregnancy with a singleton and 28th week of pregnancy with multiples is preferable especially if the breech position is confirmed. And if you’re beyond the 32nd week of your pregnancy, don’t worry, the Webster Technique may still help.

The chiropractors at Division Chiropractic are here to assist you during your pregnancy journey.

Pre-Natal Massage

Pre-natal massage uses special positioning and techniques to alleviate pain, tension, improve lymphatic and blood circulation and create overall relaxation for mothers-to-be.

We use memory foam wedges and body pillows for comfortable positioning. We also have special pregnancy tables with a cutout for the belly so the expectant mother can lie prone. Pre-natal massage addresses many common discomforts associated with the skeletal and circulatory changes brought on by hormone shifts during pregnancy.

Our highly trained clinical massage therapists can help you to feel:

  • Reduced back pain
  • Reduced joint pain
  • Reduced headaches
  • Improved circulation
  • Reduced edema and swelling
  • Reduced muscle tension
  • Reduced stress and anxiety
  • Better sleep

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Improve your posture and shoulder mobility with th Improve your posture and shoulder mobility with this simple but effective stretch! 💪 Today we’re demonstrating T’s  and Y’s ~ a great exercise to activate your upper back and improve scapular stability. Perfect for anyone who sits at a desk, works overhead, or wants to prevent shoulder injuries. 🙌 🎯 Add this to your warm-up or rehab routine!
🙆‍♂️ Movement Monday: Neck & Shoulder Res 🙆‍♂️ Movement Monday: Neck & Shoulder Reset! 🙆‍♀️

If you’re feeling tight from screen time or slouching, this one’s for you! The combo of chin retraction with rotation and shoulder internal rotation helps release neck tension, improve posture, and restore mobility in those hard-to-reach spots. 🧠💥

Here’s how to try it:
👉 Gently tuck your chin straight back (think double chin!)
👉 While keeping it retracted, slowly rotate your head side to side
👉 Add shoulder internal rotation by bringing one arm behind your back like you're reaching for your opposite back pocket

This movement hits all the right spots — your cervical spine, traps, and shoulder capsule — and is perfect for breaking up a long day at your desk. 🙌 Give it a try and let your upper body breathe again!

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Around the Clinic: This week we had a mini celebra Around the Clinic: This week we had a mini celebration for our massage therapist Aaron who will be making his journey to Michigan soon. As you can see we all enjoyed lunch from @chipotle
We're excited that our friends and neighbors, Club We're excited that our friends and neighbors, Club Pilates Wicker Park @clubpilates_wickerpark , are recognizing Dr. Thompson as their Member of the Month!  Read Dr. Thompson's interview below!

✨ Why did you join Club Pilates?
"I joined Club Pilates to support my postpartum recovery after having twins. I knew I needed to strengthen my core and glutes to keep up with their growing bodies. I wanted to move pain-free and feel ease in my body throughout the day—both at home and at work. My postpartum body also craved a break from high-intensity workouts that felt jarring on my joints. I’ve been practicing for about three years now, and I’m so grateful for the Club Pilates community. I love that I’ve found a form of movement that’s both beneficial and something I’m genuinely excited to do."

✨ What significant changes/benefits have you seen since starting Pilates?
"I feel confident in my squats and lifting heavy objects! I’ve dealt with on-and-off lower back pain for years, which limited my mobility in both exercise and work. And let’s be honest—no one wants their chiropractor to be in back pain while they’re treating back pain! Thanks to Pilates, I feel strong in my daily movements and have been able to stay injury-free while treating patients."

✨ What is your current fitness goal?
"To feel strong and to show my kids the importance of moving our bodies."

✨ What is your favorite Pilates exercise?
"The Side Lying Series—but I also love using the magic circle!"

✨ What advice would you give to someone who is trying out Pilates for the first time?
"You can do it! It might feel intimidating to get on the Reformer at first, but the instructors at Club Pilates are fantastic. They’ll walk you through how to use the equipment and make sure you’re moving safely. I’ve always felt supported by my fellow classmates, too!” 

 #GetMoving #ChiropracticCare  #StretchingTips #WickerParkChiropractor #ChicagoChiropractic #MobilityMatters
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