Back Pain Remedy for Pregnant Women
Pregnant and experiencing back pain? Back pain in pregnancy is fairly common. Your center of gravity shifts, you’re gaining weight, and your hormones are relaxing the tough tissues that connects your joints.
To compensate for the forward shift in their pelvis, a lot of women lean backwards, and this increases the curve of their lower back, which contributes to back pain. Ouch!
Pregnancy doesn’t have to hurt all the time. There are a number of ways to treat and prevent back pain. If you are experiencing chronic back pain, it is advisable to see your doctor or to head to your nearest Cibolo ER for relief.
Below are some ways to get relief from pregnancy-related back pain.
Good posture
Your center of gravity shifts forward as your baby grows. Always remember these principles of good posture:
- Hold your chest high
- Stand up straight, and stand up tall
- Do not lock your knees
- Keep your shoulders back and relaxed
Use a comfortably wide stance when you stand. Sit with care, use a chair that gives you ample back support, and if there’s a need, put a small pillow behind your lower back.
Exercise
Keep moving! This will help keep your muscles from getting too tight. Avoid physical activity that is uncomfortable during pregnancy. Swimming is a great example of a pregnancy-friendly means of keeping moving.
Use the right gear
Use low-heeled shoes with great arch support. During this time in your life, it’s best to avoid high heels. Wearing high heels can cause back pain and injuries since it further shifts your balance forward. Some women find the additional support from a maternity support belt helpful.
Prenatal massage
You may find relief in getting a prenatal massage from a certified prenatal therapist. This will be most helpful if the pain is acute, and if the pain stems from muscular clenching that tends to irritate nerves (most particularly the sciatic nerve in your legs and buttocks), sending pain signals to the brain. In addition to relieving pain, research shows that regular prenatal massage can help alleviate anxiety and depression during pregnancy.
Most back pain during pregnancy is nothing more than a nuisance. However, severe back pain may be related to other concerns such as septic arthritis or vertebral osteoarthritis. If you feel that the pain is beyond normal, don’t hesitate to see us at Physicians Premier, your Emergency Room in Cibolo, TX.
