Prenatal chiropractic · Downtown Missoula
Prenatal chiropractor in Missoula.
Specific, gentle chiropractic care through every trimester and after delivery. Dr. Austin Davis has focused his additional study on prenatal, postnatal and infant care, so you can move through pregnancy with more comfort and ease.
Why care during pregnancy
Your body is changing quickly.
In a few months your posture shifts, your center of gravity moves forward, and hormones loosen the ligaments around your pelvis. Your nervous system coordinates all of it, from how your muscles respond to how your body adapts as your baby grows.
Prenatal chiropractic care focuses on keeping that communication clear and your spine and pelvis moving well, so your body can adapt with more comfort. Every adjustment is adapted to your stage of pregnancy and to how you're feeling that day.
The Webster technique
Dr. Davis uses the Webster technique, a specific analysis and adjustment of the pelvis and sacrum. Its goal is to support pelvic balance and ease stress on the surrounding muscles and ligaments as your body prepares for delivery.
Moms often come in for
- Low back pain
- Pelvic & hip discomfort
- Sciatic-type leg pain
- Round ligament discomfort
- Upper back & rib pain
- Headaches
- Trouble sleeping comfortably
- Recovery after delivery
Read more: Prenatal wellness · Why see a chiropractor during pregnancy
Keep your OB or midwife in the loop about your chiropractic care, and tell us about any complications.
What to expect
Care for each stage.
Consultation & exam
We go over your health history, how your pregnancy is going and what you're feeling. We don't take X-rays during pregnancy; your exam relies on your history and a hands-on assessment.
Adjustments
You're positioned comfortably for your stage of pregnancy, and adjustments are specific and gentle. Dr. Davis explains what he's doing as he goes.
After delivery
Care continues postpartum to help your body recover, and Dr. Davis can see your baby from the first weeks of life.
Common questions
Prenatal chiropractic FAQ.
Is chiropractic care safe during pregnancy?
Chiropractic care is generally considered safe during pregnancy when provided by a trained chiropractor. Dr. Davis adapts every adjustment to your stage of pregnancy and to how you're feeling that day. Let your OB or midwife know you're receiving care, and tell us about any complications.
When should I start?
Any time. Some moms start in the first trimester to stay ahead of the changes, others come in later when something starts to ache. Care continues after delivery to help your body recover.
Do you take X-rays during pregnancy?
No. We don't take X-rays during pregnancy. Your exam relies on your history and a hands-on assessment.
What is the Webster technique?
A specific chiropractic analysis and adjustment of the pelvis and sacrum. Its goal is to support pelvic balance and reduce stress on the surrounding muscles and ligaments as your body prepares for delivery. Dr. Davis uses it as part of his prenatal care.
Can you see my baby after birth?
Yes. Dr. Davis sees infants from the first weeks of life, and many families start their baby's care at one of mom's postpartum visits.
Do you work with insurance?
Yes, we work with insurance. Call or text us with questions about your plan.
Book
Care for you and your growing family.
Prenatal and postpartum chiropractic with Dr. Austin Davis at Life Chiropractic in downtown Missoula. Also see care for babies and kids.
- Address
- 105 SW Higgins Ave, Suite 3
Missoula, MT 59803 - Call
- (406) 493-6683
- Text
- (406) 290-9181
- Hours
Mon–Fri 8:30 am–12:30 pm
2:30–5:30 pmSat 8:30–11:30 am
2:30–5:30 pmSun 2:30–5:30 pm