Index to Chiropractic Literature
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URL http://jccponline.com/Postnatal.html
Journal J Clin Chiropr Pediatr. 2014 Nov;14(3):Online access only p 1179-1182
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Objective: The objective of this study was to investigate postnatal depression scores in mothers during a course of chiropractic care for their infants. 

Methodology: A prospective non-randomized case series of maternal depression scores was undertaken in a chiropractic teaching clinic in the UK. A convenience sample of 117 mothers, whose infants were enrolled in chiropractic care, were recruited over a one year period for this study. Maternal EPDS scores on intake were compared with EPDS scores on discharge.

Results: Overall, a statistically significant decrease in postnatal depression score of 2.26 (P=<0.0001) was noted at the discharge visit. 

Conclusion: Reductions in postnatal depression scores in mothers occurred during a course of chiropractic care for their infant. The reasons for these reductions are not known but it may be considered a clinically significant change, although further research is indicated to validate these ideas.

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