Prenatal Chiropractor in Arlington Heights
Pregnancy can change how comfortable you feel when you sit, walk, sleep, or get through a workday. If back, hip, or pelvic discomfort is affecting your routine, a consultation can help you discuss whether chiropractic care belongs in your care plan.
At J & Co. Chiropractic in Arlington Heights, Dr. Jessica Cho provides prenatal chiropractic care focused on the pregnant patient. Care starts with your symptoms and health history, not an assumption that every pregnancy needs adjustments. Keep your obstetrician or midwife involved in decisions about your care.
Contact our office to ask about a prenatal chiropractic consultation.
Meet Dr. Jessica Cho
Dr. Jessica Cho earned her Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Southern California University of Health Sciences in 2010. She is certified in the Webster Technique through the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association. You can discuss your concerns, preferences, and questions with her before deciding on treatment.
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When To Ask About Prenatal Chiropractic Care
A prenatal consultation may be worth discussing with your pregnancy care team when everyday movement is uncomfortable. Tell them about new or worsening symptoms rather than assuming that pain is a normal part of pregnancy.
- Lower back or hip discomfort that makes standing, sitting, or walking difficult.
- Pelvic discomfort when changing positions or carrying out daily activities.
- Back or neck tension associated with changes in posture or activity.
These symptoms can have different causes. A chiropractic assessment considers whether a musculoskeletal problem may be contributing and whether another type of evaluation is needed. An appointment is not a substitute for assessment of a pregnancy complication.
Your First Prenatal Chiropractic Visit
Discuss your symptoms and pregnancy history
Your consultation begins with your health history, stage of pregnancy, and areas of discomfort. Describe when symptoms started, what changes them, and how they affect your day. Share medications, supplements, prior injuries, pregnancy complications, and any restrictions or recommendations from your obstetric clinician.
Review the examination and care options
Dr. Cho will assess your concerns to determine whether chiropractic care is appropriate. Before treatment, ask what an adjustment would involve, how positioning would be adapted for you, what risks and alternatives to consider, and what changes you should report. You can ask questions or decline a proposed technique.
Set goals and reassess
Discuss a practical goal, such as tolerating a workday or moving more comfortably, and how progress will be assessed. The plan and number of visits should reflect your findings and response, rather than a standard schedule for every pregnancy. Let your providers know if symptoms persist, worsen, or change.
How the Webster Technique Fits into Prenatal Care
The Webster Technique is one chiropractic assessment and adjustment approach that focuses on the sacral and pelvic region. It is a technique that may be considered within a broader prenatal consultation, not a separate form of obstetric care.
Webster is not a treatment for turning a breech baby. Questions about your baby’s position, labor, or delivery belong with your obstetrician or midwife. Chiropractic care should not delay that discussion or replace recommended pregnancy care.
When to Get Medical Help First
Seek medical care immediately for warning signs such as chest pain, trouble breathing, severe ongoing abdominal pain, vaginal bleeding or fluid leakage, or your baby moving less than usual. Do not wait for a routine chiropractic appointment. These are examples, not a complete list. If something feels wrong, tell a health care professional that you are pregnant.
Read the CDC’s urgent maternal warning signs for more information.
Questions About Prenatal Chiropractic Care
Is chiropractic care appropriate for every pregnancy?
No. Your health history and current pregnancy matter. Research on the safety of spinal manipulation during pregnancy is limited. Discuss the potential benefits and risks with your pregnancy care provider and chiropractor. The National Institutes of Health offers information about spinal manipulation, including considerations during pregnancy.
Does chiropractic care replace prenatal medical care?
No. Continue your prenatal appointments and follow your obstetric care plan. Chiropractic treatment does not monitor fetal health or manage pregnancy complications, and it cannot guarantee a particular birth position, labor length, or type of delivery.
Talk With Us About Your Next Step
J & Co. Chiropractic is located at 3295 N Arlington Heights Rd, Suite 114, Arlington Heights, IL 60004. When you contact us, tell us that you are pregnant and what you would like to discuss.
Contact J & Co. Chiropractic to request a prenatal consultation and ask about the first visit.