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Month: July 2019

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The Webster Technique - Chiropractic Care for Expecting Mothers
By Dr. Kim Wermert Pregnancy

The Webster Technique – Chiropractic Care for Expecting Mothers

There are many benefits to visiting a chiropractor during pregnancy. Live Well Chiropractic Care specializes in treating expecting mothers through the Webster Technique, which can help a baby be in an optimal position as a mother prepares to give birth. If you are an expecting mom, here’s more about the Webster Technique so you can decide if this type of chiropractic care is right for you:

What is the Webster Technique?

A concept birthed by International Chiropractic Pediatrics Association (ICPA) founder Larry Webster in the 1970s, the Webster Technique is a holistic chiropractic practice that provides a sacral analysis and adjustment that reduces the effects of sacral subluxation/SI joint in expecting mothers. Receiving this treatment can adjust and align a pregnant woman’s spine and pelvis into the proper placement, which can help a baby retain a natural position in the womb leading up to delivery.

How does the Webster Technique help expecting mothers?

Like any chiropractic care, performing the Webster Technique on an expecting mother is both gentle and completely safe. Receiving chiropractic care using the Webster Technique during pregnancy is an effective way to make a patient more comfortable during pregnancy and safer while giving birth, especially for high-risk pregnancies. While the Webster Technique can’t turn a breeched baby, it does relieve tension that can occur in the uterus during pregnancy, which allows for a baby to naturally assume an ideal position. 

Dr. Kim and the Webster Technique

Live Well Chiropractic Center’s Dr. Kimberly Muhlenkamp-Wermert is one of the few female chiropractors in the Cincinnati area that is certified by the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association in the Webster Technique. She specializes in chiropractic care in all phases of pregnancy from pre-conception to post-delivery. Hear more from Dr. Kim about our pregnancy chiropractic care services by watching our educational videos.

If you’d like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Kim, email us at info@livewellcc.com or call us at 513-285-7682. If you have general questions about how a chiropractor and the Webster Technique can help during your pregnancy, send us a message.

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Summer Workouts for Pregnant Women
By Dr. Kim Wermert Exercises, Pregnancy

Summer Workouts for Pregnant Women

Between the heat and changes in a woman’s body, being pregnant in the summer can be uncomfortable, especially if you are used to a certain workout routine. But there are many workouts that can help you beat the heat in the summer and stay in shape even if you are pregnant. All expecting mothers should always consult an OBGYN before beginning any workout routine. Here are a few of our favorite recommended workouts for pregnant women:

Indoor Swimming

Indoor swimming is a great exercise for women who are expecting. Swimming is low impact and easy on joints, which can minimize soreness or discomfort associated with pregnancy. Many gyms also have water aerobics classes that can be a fun, social and safe way for pregnant women to exercise comfortably in the summer.

Cardio Workouts

In addition to indoor swimming, there are many low-impact cardio exercises that can be performed at the gym. Brisk walking on a treadmill, cycling on a stationary bike or using an elliptical can help keep your heart rate up and stress levels down. Aerobic classes such as dancing or Zumba can also be a way for pregnant women to break a sweat in the summer without extreme risk of injury.

Yoga

While some yoga classes are heated and dynamic, many yoga studios offer classes that are slower paced and not heated, which can be ideal for pregnant women. Practices such as prenatal, yin and restorative yoga focus on gentle stretches and relaxation through static poses and control of the breath. These yoga practices are also good for back and spine alignment, which can help ease some of the discomforts of being pregnant. Your yoga instructor can work with you to make sure you stay safe in certain postures.

Pelvic Exercises

As your delivery date nears, it’s important to prepare your pelvic area for giving birth. Squats and pelvic thrusts can help reduce back pain and prepare your lower abdominal muscles for delivery. Squats and pelvic thrusts can be performed with a personal trainer or on your own at a gym or in the comfort of your home … and in the A/C!

Exercise and chiropractic treatment for expecting mothers

In addition to these pregnant-friendly summer exercises, we recommend chiropractic care during pregnancy to make the process as comfortable as possible. Live Well Chiropractic Center’s Dr. Kimberly Muhlenkamp-Wermert specializes in chiropractic care for pregnant women from conception to post-delivery. She can also discuss workouts with you that can make your pregnancy easier in the summer.

If you’d like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Kim, email us at info@livewellcc.com or call us at 513-285-7682. If you have general questions about workout tips for pregnant women or how a chiropractor can help during your pregnancy, send us a message.

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5 Easy Exercises To Manage Lower Back Pain
By Dr. Kim Wermert Exercises

5 Easy Exercises To Manage Lower Back Pain

Before beginning any exercise plan, check with your medical professional to be sure exercise is the right option for managing your lower back pain. Exercise is quite effective when practiced safely and routinely. These five common exercises are low-impact, easy to do and just may help address some of the lower back pain issues you’re experiencing.

Partial curls

The first exercise for strengthening your lower back and abdomen is a partial curl. While lying on your back, bend your knees at a 45-degree angle. With your arms out straight forward and your chin touching your chest, lift your shoulders off the floor. Hold the “up” position for 3 to 5 seconds; tightening your abdominal muscles will help. Repeat five times to start, then work up to 10 repetitions.

Hamstring stretches

You can also build strength in your lower back by doing hamstring stretches. Begin by lying with your back on the floor, supporting your lower back using a pillow or pad. Bend one leg so that your knee points straight up. Then, while using both hands to hold your thigh, straighten and raise your bent leg perpendicular to the floor. Hold the outstretched position for 20 to 30 seconds. Do this twice with each leg.

Pelvic tilts

Flexing your joints and working little-used muscles when doing pelvic tilts can help release stress and strengthen your lower back. While lying on your back on an exercise pad or yoga mat, bend both knees at a 45-degree angle. Tighten the muscles in your abdomen, then push your lower back down to the floor and hold it there for 3 to 5 seconds before releasing the tension. Repeat the tightening and pushing steps 5 to 10 times depending on your comfort.

Bridging

The bridging exercise helps build strength in your gluteus muscles, which support your hips and lower back. Lie on your back with your feet flat on the floor. Legs should be at hip width and arms to your sides with palms turned down. Convert yourself into a bridge by pressing your hands and feet down to lift your bottom and lower back off the floor, with your shoulders remaining on the floor. Hold this position for 10 to 15 seconds before lowering your body down. Repeat up to 10 times in three sets, resting one minute in between.

Cat stretches

This exercise doesn’t require lying down, but you may be more comfortable on a pad or mat. As the name implies, cat stretches require positioning yourself like a cat on your hands and knees. Release the muscle tension in your neck and allow your head to drop and hang straight down. Simultaneously, release your hips and draw them forward, pushing toward your head. In this position, your back should form an arch. Hold this position for 3 to 5 seconds and repeat up to 10 times.

In addition to exercise for your lower back pain, consider comprehensive chiropractic care with Dr. Kimberly Muhlenkamp-Wermert at Live Well Chiropractic Center. We help treat and prevent pain and injury through our focus on nutrition, exercise, and spinal health. Schedule your appointment today by calling 513-285-7482 or email info@livewellcc.com.

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Five Common Causes of Lower Back Pain
By Dr. Kim Wermert Uncategorized

Five Common Causes of Lower Back Pain

Lower back pain is a common complaint among people of all ages. Additionally, those who work in office settings – as well as people whose work is physically demanding – can experience lower back pain for different reasons. Understanding five different kinds of lower back pain and its causes may help you make an informed decision about what you can do to avoid or manage your back pain.

Muscle or ligament tear, pull or strain

By far, the most common cause for lower back pain among people of any age or occupation is the straining, pulling or tearing of a lower back muscle or ligament. A tear, pull or strain is usually caused by improperly lifting, pushing or pulling a heavy object. Usually, this kind of lower back pain can be avoided by learning safe lifting techniques.

Joint dysfunction

When the joints in your hips and spine begin to lose their elasticity and cushioning function due to either protracted use or age, you can experience lower back pain. The pain may occur during normal, everyday movements such as standing up after sitting, or when remaining seated for an extended period of time. Most people tend to make mechanical adjustments in the way they move to accommodate or avoid this kind of lower back pain, which can cause problems in other locations on the body.

Spinal irregularities

Two common spinal irregularities that may cause lower back pain are scoliosis (curvature of the spine) and spinal stenosis (narrowing of the spinal canal). Scoliosis most often is diagnosed during youth while the bones are growing, and spinal stenosis usually occurs in adults, resulting from regular use or repeated movement over time.

Bone or joint degeneration

Two forms of bone and joint degeneration that can cause lower back pain – osteoporosis and arthritis – seem to be most familiar among older adults. However, either can occur in children or teens who have an underlying medical condition or genetic disorder. Popular ways of treating bone and joint degeneration, in order to avoid the accompanying lower back pain, is through the use of dietary supplements.

Injuries

Any form of injury, trauma or fracture to the back or pelvis, including a herniated or ruptured disc, could be the source of chronic lower back pain. These kinds of injuries should always be taken seriously, and they should be treated immediately by medical specialists. Although surgery and medication are often go-to treatments, some injuries and pain management are better handled with natural and non-invasive care.

Are you experiencing any of these or other forms of lower back pain? Consider comprehensive chiropractic care with Dr. Kimberly Muhlenkamp-Wermert at Live Well Chiropractic Center. We help treat and prevent pain and injury through preventative health services with a focus on nutrition, exercise and spinal health. Schedule your appointment with Dr. Kim today by calling 513-285-7482 or emailing info@livewellcc.com. Her extensive understanding of body mechanics will get you feeling better!

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