Webster-Certified Prenatal Chiropractic Care
Pregnancy can place changing demands on the lower back, pelvis, muscles and joints. Surfside Chiropractic provides individualized prenatal chiropractic care for pregnancy-related back pain, pelvic discomfort and mobility concerns, using positioning and techniques adapted for comfort throughout pregnancy.
Dr. Nick Baiata is certified in the Webster Technique, a pregnancy-specific chiropractic approach focused on pelvic joint function and surrounding soft tissues. Care is tailored to each patient and coordinated with appropriate prenatal or obstetric care.
What is the Webster Technique
The Webster Technique is a chiropractic method used during pregnancy to assess pelvic joint movement and related muscle and ligament tension. Care may include gentle adjustments, soft-tissue techniques and pregnancy-appropriate positioning.
The goal is to support the mother’s musculoskeletal comfort and mobility. Treatment is individualized according to your symptoms, stage of pregnancy and comfort level, and it complements—not replaces—care from your obstetric or prenatal healthcare provider.
Reasons Pregnant Patients Seek Care
Pregnant patients commonly visit Surfside Chiropractic for:
• Pregnancy-related lower-back pain
• Pelvic, hip or sacroiliac discomfort
• Sciatica or radiating leg discomfort
• Muscle tension and restricted movement
• Greater comfort during everyday activities
Your care is selected and modified according to your symptoms, health history, stage of pregnancy and comfort level.
What to Expect During Your Visit
Your visit begins with a review of your symptoms, pregnancy history and current concerns, followed by an examination of the areas affecting your comfort and movement.
Treatment may include gentle pelvic adjustments, comfortable positioning and soft-tissue techniques when appropriate. The approach is adapted throughout pregnancy, and supportive pregnancy pillows are used to avoid unnecessary pressure on the abdomen.
The Purpose of Webster Care
Webster care focuses on the pregnant patient’s pelvic joint function, surrounding muscles and overall comfort. The technique may be incorporated into an individualized plan for pregnancy-related back pain, pelvic discomfort or restricted movement.
Questions about fetal position, labor or delivery should be discussed with your obstetric or prenatal healthcare provider. Chiropractic care supports maternal musculoskeletal comfort and does not replace prenatal medical care.
Prenatal Chiropractic Care Near the Jacksonville Beaches
Surfside Chiropractic provides Webster-certified prenatal chiropractic care from our Atlantic Beach office, convenient to Neptune Beach, Jacksonville Beach, Mayport, San Pablo and nearby East Jacksonville communities.
Call to discuss your needs, request a same-day appointment or visit during regular walk-in hours.
PRENATAL CHIROPRACTIC CARE FAQ
What is the Webster Technique?
The Webster Technique is a chiropractic method used during pregnancy to assess pelvic joint movement and related muscle and ligament tension. Care may include gentle adjustments, soft-tissue techniques and pregnancy-appropriate positioning.
What pregnancy-related concerns may chiropractic care address?
Pregnant patients commonly seek care for lower-back pain, pelvic or hip discomfort, sciatica, muscle tension and difficulty moving comfortably. Treatment recommendations depend on your symptoms, health history and examination findings.
Is chiropractic care safe during pregnancy?
Prenatal chiropractic care is adapted to the patient’s stage of pregnancy, comfort level and health history. Available research suggests that serious complications from spinal manipulation during pregnancy are rare, although pregnancy-specific safety research remains limited.
Treatment does not apply pressure directly to the abdomen. Please tell us about any pregnancy complications, health conditions or medications, and consult your obstetric or prenatal healthcare provider when appropriate.
Does the Webster Technique turn a breech baby?
The Webster Technique is not a procedure for turning a baby. Its purpose is to address the pregnant patient’s pelvic joint function and surrounding soft tissues. Questions about fetal position and delivery should be discussed with your obstetric or prenatal healthcare provider.
What happens during a prenatal chiropractic visit?
Your visit includes a review of your symptoms and pregnancy history, followed by an examination of the areas affecting your comfort and movement. Treatment may include modified adjustments, supportive positioning and soft-tissue care when appropriate.
Should I speak with my prenatal healthcare provider first?
Please inform Surfside Chiropractic about your pregnancy, health conditions, medications and any pregnancy complications. Patients with medical concerns or higher-risk pregnancies should discuss chiropractic treatment with their obstetric or prenatal healthcare provider.