Pregnancy changes how your whole body carries weight, and your spine and pelvis feel it first, which is exactly what a prenatal chiropractor in Jacksonville is there to help with. Prenatal chiropractic at Full Swing Healthcare is gentle, careful care built for expecting moms across Jacksonville and the beaches, easing pregnancy back pain, sciatica, and pelvic discomfort so you can move easier and feel more like yourself through every trimester.
Care made for a changing body
As your baby grows, your center of gravity shifts forward, your low back curves deeper, and a hormone called relaxin loosens the ligaments around your pelvis to make room for delivery. That is natural and necessary, but it also leaves your joints less stable and your muscles working overtime. The result is often nagging low-back pain, hip tightness, or that sharp sciatic twinge down one leg. It is no small thing either: somewhere between half and four in five pregnant women deal with back pain at some point, and far too many are told to simply wait it out.
Prenatal chiropractic helps keep your pelvis and spine moving and balanced so your body can adapt to those changes with less strain. We use gentle, low-force techniques (no aggressive twisting) and pregnancy-safe positioning with cushioning and support so you are comfortable on the table, even in your third trimester. Dr. Eric Hall and Dr. Cody Muren tailor every visit to where you are in your pregnancy and how you are feeling that day.
What gentle prenatal care can help with
- Pregnancy-related low-back and mid-back pain
- Sciatica and shooting pain down the leg
- Pelvic, hip, and round-ligament discomfort
- Tight, achy neck and shoulders from posture changes
- Stiffness that makes sleeping and turning over hard
- Keeping the pelvis balanced and mobile as your due date nears
Pregnancy conditions we see the most
Most of what brings expecting moms in falls into a handful of familiar patterns. Naming what is actually going on is half of feeling better about it.
Low-back pain and pelvic joint strain
As your uterus grows, the lower spine carries more load right when relaxin has softened the ligaments meant to support it. The joints there become looser and more easily irritated, which shows up as that deep, aching low-back pain so common in the second and third trimesters. Gentle adjustments restore normal motion to those joints and take pressure off the surrounding tissue.
Pregnancy sciatica
Sciatic pain in pregnancy usually traces back to one of two sources: a tight, overworked muscle deep in the hip pressing on the nerve, or added load on the lower spine irritating the nerve where it exits. The two respond to different care, so we sort out which pattern is driving your symptoms before we treat, often pairing gentle pelvic work with soft-tissue release on the hip.
Pelvic girdle pain and SPD
Symphysis pubis dysfunction, that sharp deep pain at the front of the pelvis that flares with walking, stairs, or rolling over in bed, is one of the most under-treated things we see. It gets waved off as normal pregnancy discomfort. It is common, yes, but you do not have to endure it for months. Gentle, stabilizing adjustments help the pelvis move symmetrically again, and most patients feel a real difference within two to three visits.
Round ligament pain
The round ligaments run from the uterus down toward the groin and stretch tighter as your belly grows. Many moms describe a quick, sharp pull in the lower belly or groin when they stand up fast, cough, or turn over. Light release work at the ligament attachments tends to bring noticeable relief quickly, and it is a gentle, comfortable treatment.
“Dr. Muren has been amazing during my pregnancy. He knows exactly how to alleviate any discomfort I am experiencing. I would recommend him 1000%.”
Stacy Cross
Jacksonville
A note on the Webster Technique. The Webster Technique is a gentle, specific approach focused on balancing the pelvis and easing tension in the surrounding ligaments during pregnancy. Many expecting moms ask about it by name: call us at (904) 539-3352 and we will talk through whether it is a good fit for you, always in coordination with your OB or midwife.
Safe techniques for every trimester
Prenatal care is not regular chiropractic done a little softer. The whole approach is modified for pregnancy, from the first visit to your final weeks. No prone positioning, ever. All treatment is done in side-lying or supported positions using specialized pregnancy pillows that cradle your belly, and the table is set up so there is never pressure on your abdomen. The adjustments themselves are low-force, using a gentle handheld instrument and modified drop-table work rather than any high-velocity twisting of the spine or pelvis.
Safety carries a strong track record here. The American Pregnancy Association recognizes chiropractic as a safe option for managing musculoskeletal pain in pregnancy. We take no X-rays during pregnancy, and every technique is chosen to avoid stress on the uterus or baby. If your OB or midwife has specific restrictions, we work within them and send progress notes whenever your provider wants them.
Assessment first, always
We do not guess, and we never rush. Your first visit starts with a full exam so we understand exactly what is going on before we do anything hands-on. We will ask about your pregnancy, how far along you are, your symptoms, and your goals, then build a gentle plan around them. Nothing happens that you are not comfortable with, and we keep it simple and reassuring from the first minute.
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Tell us your story
How many weeks along you are, where it hurts, and what is making daily life harder right now.
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A careful exam
We assess your posture, pelvis, and movement to find the real source of the strain, not just chase the pain.
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Gentle, safe treatment
Low-force adjustments with pregnancy-safe positioning and support, paired with simple at-home tips for relief between visits.
Who provides your prenatal care
Dr. Eric Hall, DC leads family and prenatal care at Full Swing Healthcare, and Dr. Cody Muren, DC, a Palmer College graduate (Florida license CH12412), sees pregnant patients at every stage, including moms in their final days before delivery. Both keep the techniques modified for pregnancy the whole way through, and both would rather coordinate with your OB, midwife, or doula than work in a vacuum. In Florida you do not need a referral to see a chiropractor, but we welcome that communication and send notes on request.
Your Jacksonville prenatal chiropractic clinic on Beach Blvd
Full Swing Healthcare sits at 13770 Beach Blvd, minutes from Jacksonville Beach, Neptune Beach, Atlantic Beach, and Ponte Vedra, so gentle prenatal care stays close to home through every stage. Many OBs and midwives across the Jacksonville area are familiar with prenatal chiropractic and comfortable with their patients receiving it. Same-day appointments are often available, and babies are welcome at every visit.
Most major insurers are welcome too: Florida Blue, United Healthcare, Humana, Cigna, Florida Medicaid, and VA benefits. Not sure what is covered? Call and we will check it for you before you ever come in.
“I have been seeing Dr. Cody throughout my pregnancy and it has been very helpful with my back aches. He is so knowledgeable and easy to talk to.”
Kelli Dennison
Jacksonville
Prenatal Chiropractic FAQs
Is chiropractic care safe during pregnancy?
It has a strong safety record. The American Pregnancy Association recognizes chiropractic as a safe way to manage musculoskeletal pain in pregnancy. We use no high-velocity thrusts, take no X-rays while you are expecting, and modify every technique to avoid stress on the uterus or baby. If your OB or midwife has specific restrictions, we work within them.
What is the Webster Technique?
It is a gentle, specific approach for balancing the pelvis and easing tension in the surrounding ligaments during pregnancy. We use a low-force, pelvic-balancing method built on those principles. It is comfortable, done with pregnancy-safe positioning, and always coordinated with your prenatal provider.
Can prenatal chiropractic help with a breech baby?
We want to be honest here: this is not a baby-turning procedure. What gentle pelvic balancing can do is reduce the imbalance and soft-tissue tension that may limit how freely your baby moves, which can give the baby more room to settle into a better position on its own. The research on this is encouraging but not conclusive, and we will always be straight with you about that.
How often will I need to come in?
It depends on your symptoms and how far along you are. Many prenatal patients come every two to four weeks through the first and second trimester, then more often, sometimes weekly, in the third trimester if pelvic or sciatic pain ramps up. After delivery, many moms move straight into postpartum care, and having your pregnancy baseline on file makes that transition easier.
Do I need a referral from my OB or midwife?
No. In Florida you can see a chiropractor without a referral. That said, we welcome communication with your prenatal team and will send progress notes to any OB, midwife, or doula who wants them. If your provider has concerns or restrictions, we build your care around them.
Whether you are newly expecting or counting down the final weeks, gentle prenatal care can help you stay comfortable, mobile, and feeling strong, so you can get back in full swing for what matters most. We are right on Beach Blvd, just minutes from Jacksonville Beach, Neptune Beach, Atlantic Beach, and Ponte Vedra.