Chiropractic Helps Infertility!

What about research? What research do you have to back up your claims?

Inability to conceive - Two case histories from the files of Larry L. Webster, D.C. - International Chiropractic Pediatric Association Newsletter, 1995

Female – age 32 – prior care – medical – fertility pills, shots – negative results. No periods for 12 years. After two months of chiropractic care, periods resumed. Patient complained of abdominal discomfort during cycle. It was my feeling that this would be natural occurrence following an absence of periods for 12 years. Her periods occurred on a regular cycle for four months until she conceived. She was referred back to her medical doctor for confirmation of pregnancy. Her doctor informed her it was impossible for her to be pregnant – after all, he had done everything medically possible, “and besides, there were no nerves emitting from the spine to the reproductive organs.” A few months later she delivered a healthy son. The major area of the spine adjusted in this case was the lumbar region.

Female – age 26 – had been trying to get pregnant for past few years with negative results. She had taken the medical route with fertility pills, shots, etc. Had a severe scoliosis (Cobb’s angle of 58 degrees) and, upon examination, I informed her that I felt we could not affect the Cobb’s angle and that it was possible that the severity of the curve with the subluxations present could be the reason for the lack of her body’s ability to conceive. At the end of six months of care, x-rays revealed the Cobb’s angle was reduced to 47 degrees. Approximately one month later, she became pregnant. She remained under care throughout the pregnancy and delivered a fine baby with no complications. The areas adjusted were sacrum, lumbar and cervical spine. No side posture moves were utilized in this case.

The restoration of female fertility in response to chiropractic treatment - Proceedings of The National Conference On Chiropractic and Pediatrics, 1994

This is the case history of a 36-year-old woman who had been medically tested and examined for infertility for a year. No abnormalities were found in her or her husband’s reproductive system.

When she finally sought chiropractic care, she also had pelvic pain (often interfering with sleep), low neck and upper back pain, headache of two weeks duration and tinnitis of several years duration.

Chiropractic care adjusted C1-2, T11-12, and L4-5. Care was three times a week for two weeks, twice a week for four weeks and once a week for three weeks. The pelvic, tinnitus, lower neck and upper back pain were improved. Headaches became mild and rare. Patient became pregnant shortly thereafter and had an uncomplicated delivery.

It is a common observation that birthing seems to be more comfortable for women who were under chiropractic care during pregnancy. The following studies mention how common spinal problems are during pregnancy (up to 90%). The chiropractic drugless approach is ideally suited for pregnancy care.

Follow-up of patients with low back pain during pregnancy, Obstetrics & Gynecology, 1998

“Women with severe low back pain during pregnancy have an extremely high risk for experiencing a new episode of more severe low back pain during another pregnancy and even when not pregnant.”

AMA study shows that pregnant women under chiropractic care have easier pregnancy and delivery

AMA, 1987, A member of the American Medical Association board of trustees did a clinical study which revealed that pregnant women who received chiropractic adjustments in their third trimester were able to carry to term and deliver children with more comfort.

Medical expert states that fewer painkillers are needed during delivery if patient under chiropractic care

A study was conducted in which chiropractic adjustments were incorporated during many patients’ pregnancies. It revealed that the need for painkillers during delivery was reduced by half.

Pregnancy and chiropractic care, Journal of chiropractic, 1989

“Regular adjustments can make pregnancy less stressful and delivery less uncomfortable. Chiropractic treatment can continue safely until the day of delivery.”

The effect of chiropractic treatment on pregnancy and labor: a comprehensive study

World Chiropractic congress Abstracts, 1983

One half of all women complain to their obstetricians about backaches. It can be demonstrated that chiropractic care significantly reduces the mean labor time.

Remember, this month’s Theme of the Month is Reproductive or Menstrual Issues. This month, all of your friends, co-workers and family members who are battling with Reproductive or Menstrual Issues are entitled to a $27 initial subluxation evaluation. Be sure to speak to a member of our team to get your “New Patient Welcome Packet” that you can give to the friend, co-worker or family member that you have in mind.

$27 Initial Subluxation Checkup

Includes Spinal Evaluation, Consultation, and any Necessary X-Rays!

(Normally $300, for new patients only)