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• The Webster Technique

The Webster Technique

Definition: This chiropractic technique helps to correct sacral misalignment, balance pelvic muscles and ligaments which in turn removes torsion to the woman's uterus, its resulting constraint to the baby, and allows the baby to get into the best possible position for birth.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Who would benefit from this technique?

A:Pregnant moms with babies in the breech position visit chiropractors for this safe and gentle technique. The Webster Technique increases the space around the uterus giving the baby the room it needs to turn. Even expecting moms that are progressing well in their pregnancy can benefit from the Webster Technique because it helps to bring mom to optimal health as well as optimize the health and space for baby!

Q: How does it work?
A: The chiropractor will give an adjustment and ligament massage to the pregnant mother. This process relieves muscle tension and bony misalignments in the mother's pelvis that may be stopping the baby from turning "head down" or having as much room as possible to move.

Q: Why would a pregnant mom choose this technique?
A: Unlike an external cephalic version (ECV) performed by an obstetrician under strong medications, the Webster Technique is natural, uses no drugs, and is gentle to the mother and child.

Q: How effective is it?
A: Research has repeatedly found that moms who use the Webster Technique have an 85% success rate compared to the 35% success rate of turning their breech baby with an ECV. Some moms only need one adjustment before their baby turns head down. When allowed to function at its highest level, the mother's body knows exactly what to do!

To find a chiropractor in your area that is certified in the Webster technique and one that specializes in Pregnancy, visit www.icpa4kids.org.