Pregnancy Hip Pain & Chiropractic Care
Pregnancy Hip Pain & Chiropractic Care in Ormond Beach
Hip pain during pregnancy can make everyday activities—like walking, sleeping, getting out of bed, or playing with your family—feel much more difficult. At New Journey Chiropractic, we provide gentle, neurologically-focused chiropractic care designed to support your changing body and help you move through pregnancy with greater comfort and confidence.
What Is It?
Pregnancy hip pain is discomfort felt in the front, side, or back of one or both hips during pregnancy. Some moms describe it as a dull ache, while others experience sharp pain, stiffness, or discomfort that radiates into the buttocks or thighs.
Hip pain can occur at any stage of pregnancy, but it often becomes more noticeable as the baby grows and the body adapts to changes in posture, weight distribution, and pelvic stability. The hips and pelvis work closely together, so discomfort in one area often affects the other.
Common Signs & Symptoms
- Aching or soreness in one or both hips
- Pain when walking or climbing stairs
- Clicking or popping sensations around the hips
- Difficulty getting comfortable in bed
- Pain when rolling over or changing positions
- Stiffness after sitting for long periods
- Pain that radiates into the buttocks or thighs
- Pelvic discomfort or instability
- Difficulty exercising or remaining active
Possible Causes
Hip pain during pregnancy can have many causes, and often more than one factor contributes to symptoms.
Common causes include:
- Hormonal changes that relax ligaments and joints
- Increased weight and shifting center of gravity
- Changes in posture and gait
- Pelvic imbalance or sacroiliac joint dysfunction
- Tight hip flexors or glute muscles
- Sleeping position changes
- Previous hip, back, or pelvic injuries
- Increased pressure on nerves and surrounding tissues
In some cases, hip pain may be related to conditions such as pelvic girdle pain, sciatica, or symphysis pubis dysfunction.
Red Flags
Contact your OB, midwife, or healthcare provider immediately if you experience severe pain after a fall or trauma, inability to bear weight, fever, vaginal bleeding, contractions, sudden swelling, or numbness and weakness that progressively worsen.
How New Journey Chiropractic Approaches Care
At New Journey Chiropractic, we understand that pregnancy places unique demands on the hips, pelvis, and nervous system.
Our neurologically-focused approach begins with evaluating how your spine, pelvis, and nervous system are functioning together. Rather than focusing solely on where you feel pain, we look for areas of tension, imbalance, and restricted movement that may be contributing to discomfort.
Care is gentle, specific, and adapted for pregnancy. We use pregnancy-safe techniques and comfortable positioning to help support mobility, pelvic balance, and nervous system function.
Dr. Jayme also utilizes Webster-informed analysis to evaluate pelvic alignment and help the body adapt more efficiently to the physical changes of pregnancy.
Collaboration With Other Healthcare Providers
When appropriate, we collaborate with OBs, midwives, pelvic floor therapists, massage therapists, doulas, and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive support for moms throughout pregnancy.
Is hip pain common during pregnancy?
Yes. Hip pain is very common during pregnancy due to hormonal changes, shifts in posture, and the growing baby placing additional stress on the pelvis and surrounding muscles.
Can chiropractic care help pregnancy hip pain?
Chiropractic care may help support pelvic balance, spinal mobility, and nervous system function. Many pregnant women seek chiropractic care to help improve comfort and maintain activity throughout pregnancy.
Is chiropractic care safe during pregnancy?
Yes. At New Journey Chiropractic, all pregnancy care is adapted specifically for the pregnant body using gentle techniques and comfortable positioning.
Why does hip pain often get worse at night?
Many moms notice increased hip pain while sleeping due to pressure on the hips, changes in sleeping position, or pelvic instability. Using supportive pillows and maintaining pelvic balance may help improve comfort.
Do you work with other pregnancy providers?
Absolutely. We value collaboration with OBs, midwives, pelvic floor therapists, massage therapists, doulas, and other healthcare providers to support moms throughout pregnancy.
Hip pain doesn’t have to keep you from enjoying your pregnancy. Whether you’re struggling to sleep comfortably, stay active, or simply move without pain, New Journey Chiropractic is here to help support you every step of the way.
Meet Dr. Jayme
Dr. Jayme Frear is a Doctor of Chiropractic and Registered Nurse who is currently pursuing her Master of Science degree in Chiropractic Pediatrics. Her unique background combines clinical healthcare experience with advanced training in caring for pregnant women and families.
At New Journey Chiropractic, Dr. Jayme believes every mom deserves to feel heard, supported, and empowered throughout pregnancy. Her family-centered approach focuses on helping moms move better, feel better, and enjoy this special season of life.