Pregnancy is both a wondrous and physically challenging experience for the expectant mother. Many women experience pain and discomfort throughout pregnancy and following the birth of a child. Fortunately, chiropractic treatment provides relief for many expectant mothers. Chiropractors are trained to identify the proper areas involved with your discomfort and provide the necessary treatment based on your specific needs.  Chiropractic has been a safe and effective treatment option for pregnant patients for over 100 years.

Jonathan Donath DC, MS

Joint Effort Chiropractic

White Plains, NY

914-421-1500

www.jointeffortchiro.com

drdonath@jointeffortchiro.com

Jonathan Donath, D.C., M.S. is a graduate of the University of Bridgeport College of Chiropractic. He graduated Summa Cum Laude and was the valedictorian of his class. He also has a Masters degree in Human Nutrition. His practice, Joint Effort Chiropractic, is located in the same building as the Full Circle Family Care midwives.  Joint Effort Chiropractic is dedicated to offering the latest, state-of-the-art therapies for treating pain in the low back and neck, sciatica, and pinched nerves that are so often associated with pregnancy. Dr. Donath is also one of only a handful of doctors in the area that is experienced in using the Webster Technique to help babies who are posterior or in breach position turn over properly.

In addition, Dr. Donath is certified and specializes in the Active Release Technique (ART). Injuries resulting from over-used muscles often respond best to Active Release Technique therapy, a treatment method that offers immediate and dramatic results. Listed below are a few of the many conditions that can be resolved quickly and permanently with this type of treatment. Only 1 in every 50 chiropractors is fully certified in ART.

Other conditions treated and services offered include: Arthritis & Joint Pain • Back Pain • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome • Disc Problems • Foot & Knee Pain • Golfer’s & Tennis Elbow • Headaches & Migraines • Neck Pain • Numbness & Tingling • Plantar Fasciitis • Pregnancy & Postpartum Pain • Sciatica & Leg Pain • Shoulder Pain • Sports Injuries • TMJ Problems• Chiropractic Manipulative Therapy • Nutritional Counseling • Active Release Technique • DTS Spinal Decompression • Custom Shoe Orthotics • Post injury & Post Surgical Rehab • Webster Technique (ability to turn baby from breech or posterior position)

Dr. Michelle McCoy

McCoy Chiropractic

Jefferson Valley, NY

914-245-8410

www.mccoychiropractic.com

Dr. Michelle McCoy graduated from New York Chiropractic College in Seneca Falls, NY in 1998. As a student at NYCC, she received the Clinic Service Award and was a member of the Phi Chi Omega Honor Society. She completed her bachelor’s degree at Stony Brook University on Long Island. At Stony Brook, Dr. McCoy was a competitive swimmer specializing in long distance freestyle and butterfly events. Dr. McCoy (originally O’Connor) grew up in this area, and is a 1987 graduate of Mahopac High School.

Dr. McCoy specializes in Pediatrics and Pregnancy. She is presently in her third year of a post graduate Pediatric Diplomate Program (D.I.C.C.P) at Palmer Chiropractic College. This is a rigorous three year, 300 hour program sponsored by the International Chiropractic Association’s Council on Chiropractic Pediatrics. There are only approximately 120 Pediatric Diplomates in the United States. In addition, Dr. McCoy is certified in the Webster Technique. This technique addresses the specific musculoskeletal issues a woman faces during pregnancy. Dr. McCoy has always enjoyed working with children. She has spent many years as a swimming instructor and coach.