If you’re pregnant and suddenly feeling a sharp, quick “pull” low in your belly — especially when rolling over, standing up, or walking — you are not alone.
This is one of the most common pregnancy discomforts, and it has a name: round ligament pain.
At ReConnect Health in Moncton, New Brunswick, we help hundreds of pregnant patients each year understand their changing bodies and find relief from pelvic, hip, and abdominal discomfort.
Here’s everything you need to know about round ligament pain — and how chiropractic care can help.
What Is Round Ligament Pain?
The round ligaments are small but important structures that help support your uterus. As your baby grows, these ligaments stretch, tighten, and become more sensitive.
This can cause sensations such as:
- A sudden sharp, zappy, or pulling pain on one side of the lower abdomen
- Discomfort when rolling over in bed
- Pain with standing up quickly
- A tugging feeling during walking or exercise
- Achiness through the hips, pelvis, or groin
Round ligament pain is common and normal, but that doesn’t mean you need to suffer through it.
Is Round Ligament Pain Dangerous?
No — round ligament pain is a functional, mechanical discomfort caused by stretching tissue. It does not harm you or your baby.
Still, it can be intense, frustrating, and disruptive to daily activities or sleep.
The good news? It’s very treatable, and most patients get relief quickly with the right support.
How Chiropractic Care Helps With Round Ligament Pain
At our Moncton clinic, prenatal chiropractor Dr. Kamylle Landry focuses on gentle, safe, pregnancy-specific care to help reduce tension and restore balance in the pelvis.
Her treatment approach may include:
1. Gentle Ligament Balancing
Helps decrease the pulling sensation on the round ligaments and creates more space and comfort for your growing uterus.
2. Soft-Tissue Release
Targets tight or protective muscles that often contribute to discomfort in the lower abdomen, hips, and pelvis.
3. Sacral & Pelvic Alignment Techniques
Improves overall pelvic symmetry, helping reduce strain on the ligaments and supporting better movement.
4. Kinesiology Taping for Pregnancy
Provides support to the belly and pelvis, especially helpful during walking, exercise, or long days on your feet.
Most patients report feeling relief within a few visits — sometimes even after the first one.
At-Home Relief Strategies
Along with treatment, Dr. Landry gives personalized home strategies to extend your relief between appointments, including:
- Breathing and rib-expansion exercises
- Gentle pelvic mobility movements
- Sleep-positioning strategies that reduce strain
- Core and hip mobility routines
- Supportive taping, when helpful
These simple habits can significantly reduce discomfort and help you stay active throughout pregnancy.
When Should You See a Chiropractor?
You may benefit from prenatal chiropractic care if you experience:
- sharp, zinging pains low in the abdomen
- discomfort when walking or rolling in bed
- pelvic or hip tension
- new aches as your pregnancy progresses
- difficulty staying comfortable during daily activities
Round ligament pain is common — but you don’t need to “just live with it.”
Prenatal Chiropractic Care at ReConnect Health (Moncton)
Our team is passionate about helping pregnant individuals feel informed, confident, and comfortable throughout their pregnancy.
Chiropractic care is gentle, safe, and an excellent complement to your prenatal physiotherapy, exercise routine, or medical care.
Dr. Kamylle Landry is currently accepting new prenatal patients at our Moncton clinic.
Final Thoughts
Round ligament pain can be sharp, surprising, and frustrating — but it is extremely common and highly treatable.
With the right combination of gentle chiropractic care and supportive home strategies, you can move through your pregnancy with more comfort and confidence.
If you’re experiencing round ligament pain in Moncton and want personalized support, we’re here to help.
