Pubic Symphysis Pain (SPD) Relief in Solana Beach
That grinding, aching, shooting pain at the front of your pelvis has a name (SPD) and we know exactly how to help. You do not have to wait this out for nine months.
What Is Pubic Symphysis Pain
The pubic symphysis is the joint at the front of your pelvis where the two halves of your pelvic bone meet. During pregnancy, the hormone relaxin softens the ligaments around this joint so your pelvis can open for birth. For some women, the joint becomes too loose, unstable, or unevenly aligned, and pain follows.
This is called Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction (SPD), also known as pelvic girdle pain. It can range from a dull ache to sharp, stabbing pain that makes walking, climbing stairs, or rolling over in bed brutal.
SPD is common, often misunderstood, and very responsive to chiropractic care.
Common Symptoms
Aching or sharp pain at the front of the pelvis, just above the pubic bone
Pain that radiates into the inner thighs or low back
Grinding or clicking sensation when walking or moving
Pain when getting in and out of a car
Pain when rolling over in bed
Pain when climbing stairs
Pain when lifting or carrying a toddler
A feeling that your pelvis is unstable or "splitting"
How We Treat SPD
Webster Technique is our primary tool for SPD. The reason it works so well: SPD is rarely a problem with the symphysis itself. It is almost always a downstream symptom of a pelvis that is out of balance. The sacrum is rotated, one side of the pelvis is higher than the other, or the ligaments are pulling unevenly.
We rebalance the pelvis with specific, low-force adjustments. We release the round ligaments to take pressure off the front of the pelvis. We give you positioning strategies that keep the joint stable between visits. Most patients feel substantial relief in the first one to three visits.
Why Choose Us
Dr. Lisel sees pregnant patients with SPD every single week. This is not a side specialty. It is the kind of work she trained for and built her practice around.
Frequently Asked Questions
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For most patients, yes. SPD generally resolves within a few weeks to a few months postpartum. Postpartum chiropractic care can speed the recovery.
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Yes. Avoid positions that separate your legs widely (getting in and out of cars two-feet-at-a-time, sitting cross-legged, lunges). We will walk you through the specifics in your visit.
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Often, yes, with modifications. We will help you figure out what feels good for your body.
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Sometimes. Some patients benefit from a maternity support belt to stabilize the joint between visits. We can recommend the right one for you.
SPD does not have to define your pregnancy.
Book your $67 new patient visit and start feeling more stable this week.