How Chiropractic Care Can Help Pelvic Girdle Pain

Pelvic Girdle Pain (PGP) affects many people, particularly women during pregnancy, but it can also occur due to injury, joint dysfunction, or biomechanical stress. Characterised by discomfort or pain in the lower back, hips, groin, or pubic area, PGP can interfere with everyday activities—like walking, climbing stairs, or even turning over in bed.

If you're struggling with PGP, chiropractic care offers a non-invasive, drug-free approach that focuses on restoring alignment, relieving pressure, and improving movement. Here’s how it can help:

✅ What Causes Pelvic Girdle Pain?

Pelvic Girdle Pain often stems from instability or misalignment in the sacroiliac joints, which connect the spine to the pelvis. During pregnancy, hormonal changes can loosen ligaments, affecting joint stability. In other cases, sports injuries, poor posture, or muscle imbalances may be the culprit.

👐 How Chiropractic Care Helps

1. Restoring Pelvic Alignment

Chiropractors are trained to assess and correct misalignments in the pelvis and spine. Gentle, targeted adjustments can improve joint function, reduce strain, and promote better balance across the pelvic region.

2. Reducing Pressure and Inflammation

Misalignments or restricted movement in the pelvic joints can irritate surrounding muscles and nerves. Chiropractic adjustments and soft tissue techniques help to relieve pressure, reduce inflammation, and ease tension in the affected areas.

3. Improving Mobility

By enhancing joint function and reducing muscular tightness, chiropractic care can improve your overall mobility—making it easier and less painful to move, walk, and perform daily tasks.

4. Supporting Pregnancy-Specific Needs

For expectant mothers, chiropractors often use specialised techniques that are safe and gentle for both mother and baby. Pregnancy chiropractic care can also help with optimal fetal positioning and reduce the likelihood of labour complications associated with pelvic misalignment.

💡 Complementary Advice and Exercises

In addition to hands-on treatment, your chiropractor may recommend:

• Postural advice

• Pelvic floor and core strengthening exercises

• Supportive belts or cushions

• Ergonomic guidance for work and sleep

These can further support your recovery and prevent future flare-ups.

🧘‍♀️ Final Thoughts

Pelvic Girdle Pain can be frustrating and debilitating, but you don’t have to just “put up with it.” Chiropractic care offers a holistic and effective approach to managing the pain, improving function, and helping you move more freely and comfortably—whether you’re pregnant, active, or simply want relief.

If you’re experiencing PGP, consider speaking to a one of our chiropractors to explore how targeted treatment could help you get back to living life pain-free.