Chiropractic Care Supplementing Yoga
I’m lying on a table at the Vital Energy Center in Seattle, and my chiropractor has just informed me that I have an imbalance in my hip that makes my right leg slightly shorter than the other. This is part of what’s causing the lower back pain I’ve been experiencing the last month, and the loosening of ligaments from pregnancy is not making it any better.
For once my usual answer to all afflictions, yoga, has failed to help. For a while my regular yoga practice was actually increasing the pain, with all forward bends and hip openers aggravating the shooting pain in my right hip. So for the first time in my life I decided to seek out a chiropractor.
I tried to go for the first visit with an open mind, and was surprised how similar the therapy felt to yoga. There is a lot of focus on body awareness, release of tension, and a general holistic approach to health. I have just started a six week treatment plan, and I’m curious to see the effects. I’m already back to a gentle yoga practice, so my hopes are up!
So far my only complaint is that I was recommended to wear Crocs inside the house, for arch support…
Read more about chiropractic treatment/philosophy on Wikipedia.
I can so relate to you Heidi. I also sought chiropractic care after the birth of my 2nd child and was told one leg is longer than the other (among some hip and pelvic issues). I was a regular with Hatha and Vinyasa flow but would easily get injured. In seeking something different I discoverd Bikram to be so incredibly helpful for my leg and hip issues. I am now addicted and experience very little pain. I think part of it is from reducing the inflammation in my body which I believe comes from yoga, nutrition and additional support through natural supplements. I hope you continue to heal! Congrats on bringing Misha into the world…precious times.