Webster Technique for Easier Pregnancies

AND Easier Periods

Thousands of people have benefitted from easier pregnancies, more effortless childbirth, as well as less painful periods by receiving specialized chiropractic care with Webster Technique. A common misconception about Webster Technique is that it “aims to flip breech babies”, but this is not accurate. The Webster Technique is a specific chiropractic analysis and gentle adjustment that reduces nervous system stress, balances the pelvic bones, muscles, and ligaments, and optimizes the patient’s pelvic function.

For a pregnant patient, this means that when we address the environment housing the baby, can move on its own into an optimal position as a result. When the mother’s pelvis is out of alignment, the ligaments connecting the uterus and pelvis increase in tension, resulting in distortions to the baby’s environment. For the baby, the surrounding walls of the uterus tighten from the pelvic imbalance, becoming like tight sheets restricting movement. When the gentle chiropractic adjustment is delivered, followed by muscle and ligament soft tissue release, this releases and unwinds tension in the uterus, allowing the baby to move more freely and get into the best possible position throughout pregnancy.

Patients who are not pregnant also benefit from Webster Technique because it restores proper function and alignment of the pelvis and sacrum. Menstrual cramps are often due to contractions of the uterine ligaments and are affected by the alignment of the pelvis and sacrum. Because the Webster technique addresses the uterine ligaments and surrounding muscles, patients with menstrual discomfort and difficult periods can also benefit greatly.

Dr. Masae Hori offers gentle, holistic chiropractic including Webster Technique at Bodhi Tree Chiropractic in Easton, PA. Learn more at Bodhitreechiro.com. To find a Webster-certified chiropractor near you, go to icpa4kids.com. See ad on page 25.

5 Meditation Myth Busters

The myths that keep us stuck, the self-talk that reinforces our false beliefs and some facts to make meditation easy for all to achieve:

1We have to quiet our minds. (Self talk = “I can’t stop my mind from racing!”) We all feel this way. Making the attempt to meditate is enough. When you notice your mind wandering, gently reign it back.

2We need perfect posture. (Self talk= “I can’t sit that way, I have horrible posture.”) Nope, simply maintain a straight spine. Sit crosslegged or kneel on the floor with a cushion under your hips to protect your knees and lower back. For more support sit with your back against a wall, or on a straight-backed chair. Lying down usually results in sleep, so not recommended for beginners.

3It’s not part of my religion. (Self talk = “It’s against God.”) Meditation doesn’t involve worship or belief structures. It’s an exercise for higher awareness and emotional resilience that with practice, leads to numerous physical, mental and emotional health benefits.

4It takes up too much time. (Self talk = “I’m too busy to sit around.”) Even five minutes a day makes a difference. Building up to more over time is great, but even small, consistent efforts reap big payoffs.

5Meditation isn’t worth the effort. (Self talk = “Why bother, it’s a waste of time.”) In only three minutes meditation kicks off six hours of chemical processes that benefit the immune system, support anti-aging, improve emotional resilience, reduce cortisol and more…of so many good things!

Michelle Lee is an artist and workshop facilitator practicing throughout the Poconos and Northeast PA, the Harrisburg area and Lehigh Valley. For details visit www.MichelleLeeArts.com or call 570-443-7777. See ad on page 29.