Prenatal Chiropractic Care
Chiropractic care during pregnancy is not a luxury — for many women, it's essential. The rapid growth of the baby creates significant biomechanical demands on the spine and pelvis. A large percentage of pregnant women experience spinal pain, hip discomfort, and pelvic imbalance as a result. Chiropractic care addresses these issues by restoring pelvic balance and spinal alignment — relieving current discomfort and creating the healthiest possible foundation for labor and delivery.
Drs. Matthew Cooper, Karis Cooper, and Alyssa Balducci-Wilson are all members of the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA). Drs. Karis Cooper and Alyssa Balducci-Wilson are certified in the Webster Technique — a specific sacral adjustment protocol developed to facilitate pelvic alignment and nervous system function during pregnancy.
Webster Technique
The Webster Technique is a chiropractic analysis and adjustment of the sacrum designed to reduce the effects of sacral subluxation and SI joint dysfunction. By balancing pelvic muscles and ligaments and relieving uterine torsion, it supports the baby's ability to move into the optimal birth position.
Who it's for. Webster care can begin as early as the first trimester and continue throughout pregnancy. Many patients come to us for low back, pelvic or sacroiliac (SI) joint discomfort. Others want their pelvis well balanced as their due date approaches.
What a visit looks like. We start with your pregnancy and health history, then gently assess your pelvis and lower back. You lie face down, supported by a pregnancy pillow, and adjustments are low-force. We explain what we find and recommend a schedule, and we adjust that plan as your pregnancy changes.
Who provides it. Webster care here is provided by Dr. Karis Cooper and Dr. Alyssa Balducci-Wilson, both certified in the Webster Technique through the ICPA. Webster certification has been taught by the ICPA since 2000.
Is it safe during pregnancy? The technique was developed specifically for pregnancy and uses gentle, low-force adjustments. As with any care during pregnancy, we start with a thorough history, and both doctors routinely coordinate with their patients' OBs and midwives.
Webster patients can usually be seen the same or the next day, and you usually don't need a referral. If your insurance requires one, our front desk can help you check.
Postpartum Recovery
Pregnancy, childbirth, and the postural demands of caring for a newborn take a significant toll on the body. The hormonal changes following birth can result in a compromised nervous system, leading to anxiety, physical discomfort, pelvic imbalance, and muscle strain. Common postpartum presentations include neck pain and headaches, back pain, joint stiffness, wrist and thumb pain, hip and sacroiliac joint imbalance, and pelvic floor dysfunction.
Our providers offer gentle chiropractic adjustments and muscle work specifically geared toward restoring postpartum balance and promoting a smoother recovery. Regular chiropractic care also supports nervous system regulation — improving sleep, reducing anxiety, and supporting immune and hormonal function. When indicated, we provide diastasis recti assessments and facilitate referrals to trusted pelvic floor physical therapy providers in our community.