Most women want a natural, easy and complication free birth since
this is what is always best for mum and baby.
However, sometimes due to other factors such as structural issues
it is hard for the baby to find the best possible position for
birth, resulting in breech, posterior or other birthing positions
that may complicate delivery. This is why a Webster Technique
check is recommended for any pregnant woman.
The Webster Technique formerly known as the "In-Utero Constraint
Technique" or "Webster's Breech Turning Technique," was
developed by Dr. Webster in 1978. For over 20 years, it has been
highly successful in relieving intrauterine constraint and allowing
babies to get into the best possible position for birth.
What is intrauterine constraint? Intrauterine constraint is defined
as any forces external to the developing fetus that obstructs
the normal movement of the fetus. Intrauterine constraint can
prevent the developing fetus from attaining a head down vertex
position and achieving a vaginal birth, resulting in cesarean
section delivery or difficult and long deliveries.
Intrauterine constraint is caused by sacral misalignment causing
the tightening and torsion of specific pelvic muscles and ligaments.
It is these tense muscles and ligaments and their constraining
effect on the uterus which prevents the baby from comfortably
assuming the best possible position for birth.
The Webster Technique is defined as a specific chiropractic analysis
and adjustment that reduces interference to the nerve system
and facilitates biomechanical balance in pelvic structures, muscles
and ligaments allowing for an easier and natural birth.
This technique has shown to reduce the effects of intrauterine
constraint, allowing the baby to get into the best possible position
for birth.
In expectant mums presenting breech, transverse or posterior
position, this technique has been successful in correcting the
presence of sacral subluxation and therefore intrauterine constraint.
This technique is NOT the obstetric “breech turning” but
a gentle and safe procedure. Chiropractic treatment is a safe,
natural and gentle for conditions such as pubic symphysis pain,
sciatica and many other pregnancy and pediatric issues.
Debra Behi, chiropractor, has postgraduate studies in Chiropractic
Pediatrics and specializes in the treatment of pregnancy and
babies through natural birth and natural parenting, Debra is
also a Certified Accredited Webster Technique Practitioner and
a member of the International Chiropractors Pediatric Association.
If you have any questions please call Debra Behi on (02) 9299
1661 or dbehi@completecityhealth.com.au
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