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Backpain post Delievery
I had my C-section done under anesthesia in April and its been 3 months i still have terrible backpain. Daily night i use to take hot water bag and massage regularly still. Any medication suggested??
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Do not take any medications just go to near by Physiotherapy Clinic and get IFT to reduce pain for 7 days. Your pain will gradually reduce.
Next Steps
Most importantly do core and abdominal strengthening exercises regularly at home. this will prevent you in getting next time.
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Do not stand for long time apply hot packs after your physio sessions.
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Hi in some cases post delivery patient feels pain i.e due to weakness,hormonal changes and stress,not getting proper rest.just avoid long time sitting, while sitting put a pillow behind for back support,take calcium for another 6 months post delivery,take proper sunlight. Do isometric exercises for back .
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Hi, post C section body takes time to recover, its better to start with back isometric exercises and take your calcium supplements regularly... Maintain proper posture while feeding the baby..Eventually back pain will subside if not then kindly visit physiotherapists near by for further management.
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Hi,
Most of the women post delivery face this low back pain especially after C- section..That's due to Lumbar puncture.
TENS, Hot fermentation and some strengthening exercises would help.
Next Steps
Please continue hot fermentation. You can contact me if you are in Bangalore or can give you online consultation.
Health Tips
Back care recommended. Don't get up suddenly from lying position, instead turn to side lying and then come to sitting and then to standing.
Avoid bending and over head activity.
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This kind of pain can occur either due to the effect of anesthesia or sometimes due to the weak back muscles.
Next Steps
You can consult with any physiotherapist near you with gynaecological expertise.
Health Tips
Medication will only help you temporarily and generally not recommended due to breastfeeding.
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Take electrical modalities treatment to reduce pain and inflammation in the back.
After reducing pain start doing spinal strengthening exercises,core strengthening exercises for 3 months.
Visit nearby physiotherapy clinic for proper assessment and treatment.
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Ultrasound therapy and IFT can be effective Electrotherapy modalities for the pain relief
Next Steps
Visit nearest Physiotherapy clinic for complete assessment and treatment
Health Tips
Use Hot pack Application for 10-15 mins a day
Start lower back Strengthening Exercises
Core strengthening exercises
Postural correction Exercises
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No need to go for massages now. Postural correction advised . While feeding baby place pillows behind your back n sit with back supported. Check your calcium n vit D levels
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Hot fomentation twice a day . Start with isometric back strengthening exercise.
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Avoid bending forward
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To check vit D level and calcium.
Next Steps
spinal extension exercise.
Spinal brezing exercise.
Spinal rotation.
Health Tips
Sun bath directs on skin for 20mints.
LS Belt except sleeping and eating time.
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