Objective: Through a secondary analysis of the SafetyNET_Pregnancy study, this study aims to explore associations among patient-centered outcome (PCO) measures in pregnant patients seeking care from a chiropractor.

Methods: This secondary data analysis draws on patient-centered outcome (PCO) measures collected as part of the SafetyNET_Pregnancy study—a multi-site, prospective observational study conducted across chiropractic clinics in Canada and the USA. The study population includes pregnant women at or beyond 18 weeks' gestation who are receiving chiropractic care, with data collected through REDCap. Key validated assessment tools include the Pelvic Girdle Questionnaire (PGQ) to evaluate pain-related disability, the Visual Analog Scale (VAS) to assess pain intensity, and psychosocial measures such as the Pain Catastrophizing Scale (PCS) for cognitive and emotional responses to pain, and the Edinburgh Postpartum Depression Scale (EPDS) for mental health screening. Statistical analyses will examine associations among pain measures, psychosocial variables, and demographic factors to better understand the multidimensional experiences of pregnant patients receiving chiropractic care.

Results: Data analysis is planned to be completed over the summer 2025 with a full presentation ready for the fall.

Conclusion: Pregnancy-related musculoskeletal pain is highly prevalent but often inadequately addressed in most clinical settings. Evaluating the relationship between pain perception and psychosocial factors can inform intervention strategies and treatment approaches.