I got c section in my pregancy in last y

After C section you're required to exercise, maintain the right posture and avoid taking weights as these will cause back pain post surgery, The following steps may help in improving the status of your back: - Make efforts to get back to your normal weight. Take the right diet to maintain an ideal weight. - Start exercising or do yoga as it helps in improving the health of the strained muscles and ligaments. Also, it helps increase the flexibility and endurance, Swimming is a good exercise as it helps in strengthening your muscles. - You may also do some pelvic tilts exercises which will help build the muscles over the pelvis which loosens on the effect of the hormones during preganancy. - Take rest as much as possible as strenuous physical activities will aggravate your pain. - Do not lift heavy things as it can put pressure on your muscles and joints. - Maintain a proper posture while sitting. - Avoid leaning towards your baby while breastfeeding and instead sit with an upright back. If you have pain in your shoulder or upper back while breastfeeding, then lie on your side to feed your baby comfortably. - Choose a comfortable chair for sitting, with a lot of pillows to support your back. Also, use a footstool to keep your feet slightly raised from the floor, to mitigate the lower back pain. - Avoid wearing high-heel footwear. - Avoid carrying the baby on one hip for a longer time because it puts constant pressure on the back muscles. Use a front pack to carry your baby. - Avoid stretching your arms while picking your baby. Instead, get closer to your baby and then lift. - Sleep in a comfortable position and use pillows for support. - While placing your child in the back seat of the car do not bend or stretch your arms. Instead, kneel down on the back seat and place your baby in the car seat. - To pick up anything from the floor, bend at your knees rather than bending at the waist, to minimize the strain on your back. - Have warm water baths as they help in relaxing strained muscles and muscle pains. Avoid bathing in cold water as it can strain your muscles. - Get an oil massage done as it helps improve blood circulation and offers great relief. - Use a hot water bag or a cold pack to alleviate the pain. - For mild to moderate back pain, a pain relief ointment works well. - Practicing relaxation techniques like progressive muscle relaxation therapy and breathing exercises help ease the discomfort of back pain. If the pain does not subside with the above steps, visit the nearest ER