Prenatal Chiropractor In Los Gatos
Pregnancy is a massive shift for your body. Your center of gravity changes, ligaments soften, posture shifts, and suddenly the way you sit, sleep, and move all feel different. Gentle pregnancy chiropractic care can help keep you comfortable and mobile while your body does the important work of growing a baby.
At On Purpose Chiropractic in Los Gatos, Dr. Adam Kleinberg, DC provides safe, non-invasive, pregnancy‑conscious care that focuses on spinal alignment, pelvic balance, and healthy nerve communication. Many moms‑to‑be come in for back pain during pregnancy, pelvic pain in pregnancy, and sciatica during pregnancy, as well as general tension and posture stress.
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Why Choose Prenatal Chiropractic Care?
During pregnancy, your body is not “broken,” it is adapting. The problem is when those adaptations overload certain joints or nerves. Dr. Kleinberg often talks about the physics of the spine and pelvis. When weight and tension are not distributed well, parts of the system start to complain.
Prenatal chiropractic care at On Purpose Chiropractic is built to:
- Ease pain and stiffness in the low back, hips, and pelvis
- Support healthy posture as your belly grows and your center of gravity shifts
- Keep the pelvis moving as evenly as possible so walking, sitting, and sleeping feel easier
- Reduce irritation on nerves that can cause sciatica type leg pain
- Offer simple, real‑world tips on how to sit, sleep, and move in ways that do not keep aggravating your body
Everything is gentle, non invasive, and tailored to your trimester and comfort level. The goal is to help your body work better with the changes, not fight them.
What to Expect at Your Prenatal Chiropractic Visit
From the moment you walk in, the vibe here is relaxed and human. You are greeted by name, there is music, people are chatting, and you feel like a person, not a chart. Your first prenatal visit usually includes:
- Conversation and pregnancy history
- How far along you are
- Where you feel discomfort
- Past injuries, previous pregnancies, birth history if you have older kids
- How far along you are
- Posture and pelvic alignment check
- How you stand and carry your bump
- Leg length and hip height
- Gentle palpation, which is Dr. Kleinberg feeling the spine and pelvis with his hands
- How you stand and carry your bump
- Spinal and pelvic assessment
- Motion testing for the low back, sacrum, and hips
- Looking at how your joints are moving, not just where it hurts
Adjustments are always pregnancy‑safe. You might be adjusted lying on your side, sitting, or in other positions that do not put pressure on your belly. You will also get simple at home ideas for positions, pillows, and light movement so you are not starting from zero when you leave.
Common Reasons Pregnant Women Seek Chiropractic Care
Most pregnant patients do not show up just “because.” They show up because something is getting in the way of daily life. Dr. Kleinberg hears variations of the same stories all the time:
- Low back pain and pelvic girdle pain that make standing at the sink, working at a desk, or walking the dog uncomfortable
- Sacroiliac (SI) joint pain where one side of the back near the dimples feels jammed or sharp with certain moves
- Sciatica during pregnancy, with pain or tingling that travels into the butt, hip, or down the leg
- Pubic symphysis pain in the front of the pelvis that can feel like a lightning bolt with rolling over or getting out of the car
- Mid back and rib pain from slouching, breast changes, and carrying more weight up front
- Tension headaches that tie back to posture and upper neck strain
A lot of this comes down to mechanics. As your body changes, if the pelvis and spine are not moving well, the system compensates. Chiropractic care here is about helping the structure adapt more cleanly so you can get through your day with less drama.
Prenatal Chiropractic Treatment Plan Overview
Dr. Kleinberg is very big on being real about plans. He does not just adjust you once and say “good luck.” The treatment plan is based on what he finds in your exam, how far along you are, and how your body responds.
In general, a pregnancy chiropractic care plan might include:
- Visit frequency
- Early pregnancy: as needed based on symptoms and history
- Mid pregnancy: often once per week or every other week to keep up with rapid changes
- Late pregnancy: sometimes weekly to focus on pelvic comfort and mobility
- Early pregnancy: as needed based on symptoms and history
- Gentle spinal and pelvic adjustments
- Focused on the low back, sacrum, and hips
- Always within your comfort range and never forced
- Focused on the low back, sacrum, and hips
- Soft tissue and ligament balancing
- Gentle work around tight muscles or stressed ligaments when appropriate
- Gentle work around tight muscles or stressed ligaments when appropriate
- Home care coaching
- How to get in and out of bed
- Pillow setup and side lying tips
- Short “movement snacks” you can do at home to keep things from locking up
- How to get in and out of bed
If anything in your presentation raises a red flag, he will encourage you to check in with your OB or midwife and will happily coordinate care. Comfort, consent, and safety lead the way.
Techniques Used in Prenatal Chiropractic Care
In this office, prenatal care is not some completely separate style of chiropractic. It is Dr. Kleinberg using the same core principles he uses with everyone, adapted for a pregnant body. He focuses on:
- Full spine analysis
- Looking at how the entire spine and pelvis line up, since “everything follows the spine”
- Looking at how the entire spine and pelvis line up, since “everything follows the spine”
- Specific sacral and pelvic adjusting
- Gentle contacts around the sacrum, hips, and low back to improve balance and motion
- Gentle contacts around the sacrum, hips, and low back to improve balance and motion
- Nervous system focus
- Reducing areas of joint stress that can irritate nerves and make muscles, ligaments, and organs work harder than they need to
- Reducing areas of joint stress that can irritate nerves and make muscles, ligaments, and organs work harder than they need to
He often explains it like this: imagine the communication between your brain and body like water flowing through a hose. If something is stepping on the hose, not all the water gets through. By improving alignment and motion, chiropractic adjustments aim to “take the foot off the hose,” so your body can coordinate pregnancy changes more smoothly.
The result for many women is less pain, easier movement, and a general feeling that their body is working with them again. Outcomes are individual, but the intent is always clear: support your comfort and function in a natural, non invasive way.
Is Chiropractic Care Safe During Pregnancy?
When performed by a trained chiropractor who understands pregnancy, chiropractic care is considered a gentle, low risk option for many expecting moms. Dr. Kleinberg has been adjusting patients for more than 25 years and adapts his techniques for each stage of pregnancy.
He avoids any positions or forces that would put pressure on your abdomen and always checks in with how you are feeling. If you have a high risk pregnancy, serious medical conditions, or any concerns at all, he encourages you to talk with your OB or midwife and is happy to coordinate so everyone is on the same page.
Chiropractic does not replace prenatal medical care. It is there to complement it by supporting your musculoskeletal system and nervous system as your body goes through this huge transition.
When to Start Prenatal Chiropractic Care
There is not one “right” week to begin seeing a prenatal chiropractor in Los Gatos. Some women start before pregnancy, others come in when pain hits, and some start in the third trimester when everything gets more intense. In general:
- First trimester
- Great time to address old issues and get baseline posture and alignment checked
- Great time to address old issues and get baseline posture and alignment checked
- Second trimester
- As your belly grows and ligaments soften, visits often focus on low back and pelvic balance
- As your belly grows and ligaments soften, visits often focus on low back and pelvic balance
- Third trimester
- Sessions may emphasize comfort strategies, pelvic mobility, and keeping you as functional as possible for daily life
- Sessions may emphasize comfort strategies, pelvic mobility, and keeping you as functional as possible for daily life
Dr. Kleinberg will look at your history, your current comfort level, and your schedule, then suggest a frequency that makes sense. The plan is always collaborative, not one size fits all.
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FAQs - Prenatal Chiropractic
Is it safe to go to a chiropractor during pregnancy?
For most pregnant women, yes. Adjustments are modified to be gentle and belly friendly, and there is no twisting or forcing you into uncomfortable positions. If you have special medical considerations, Dr. Kleinberg will work with you and your prenatal provider to make sure care is appropriate.
When should I start prenatal chiropractic care?
You can start at any point, but many women find the second and third trimesters most helpful because that is when posture, weight, and hormone changes really show up. If you have a history of back or pelvic issues, starting earlier can give more time to build stability and good habits.
Are prenatal adjustments painful?
They should not be. You may feel pressure or mild soreness, similar to how you might feel after stretching tight areas. Everything is done within your comfort level, and you can always speak up if something feels off. Communication is a huge part of the process.
Do I need a referral from my OB/GYN or midwife?
You usually do not need a formal referral to see a chiropractor for pregnancy chiropractic care. That said, Dr. Kleinberg encourages you to keep your OB or midwife in the loop, especially if you are high risk or have other medical concerns.
