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Problem of backache in 2nd trimester
I am in 20 weaks of pregnency as my pregnency advances my backache and waist pain continue to increases my ultrasound report is normal . I am also taking iron and calcium supplement plz suggest me some exercises and technique to relief back pain
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For some people back pain is common during pregnancy.
You should give hot water fomentation for 15-20 minutes twice a day for your back.
You can use Volini gel or spray provided you are not allergic.
Avoid lying on your back, you can lie on your sides with pillow support.
Avoid prolonged standing or sitting keep changing your posture for every 20 minutes.
Avoid bending activities.
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If the pain persists or aggrevates you need to consult your Gynaecologist for further evaluation and treatment.
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It is very common to get backache. During pregnancy, the ligaments in your body naturally become softer and stretch to prepare you for labour. This can put a strain on the joints of your lower back and pelvis, which can cause back pain.Also there is various hormonal changes takes place in your body and due to baby bump the weight shiftes to the front and leads to leaning backwords to regain the balance.
So there is no need to worry :) unless the pain is severe and lasts for more then 2 weeks with unusual cramps.
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Stretching the lower back.
Sleeping on the side with a pillow between the legs and below the abdomen.
Using a warm compress to relax tight muscles.
Postural changes, like standing and sitting upright, so the back is straight.
Can wear a maternity belt for extra support.
Use a lumbar pillow while sitting.
Massage to relax tight muscles, improve range of motion, also helps in relieve pain.
Reducing stress through meditation, prenatal yoga, and strengthening exercises like (under supervision)
-bridging
-pressing a towel roll beneath the back
Getting enough sleep.
Good diet. ( see a dietitian)
Minerals and vitamins supplements (see a dr)
Consult a good physiotherapist
Health Tips
Avoid long standing
Avoid long sitting
Maintain a healthy weight through diet
Doing gentle exercises
Dont panic
Wear a shoe with good cushioning and support
Avoid lifting heavy objects
Do practice wall squats with support under supervision
Avoid sleeping on abdomen
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Pregnancy ergonomics is the way ahead. How to sit, where to sit and how to do activities while sitting/standing taking into consideration your pregnancy. Your reach has increased due to the baby growth. These all activities exert stress on lower back.
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focus on improving the daily activities which are responsible for your pain
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we can do a teleconsultation if you want.
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Gently exercise you can do.
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Back pain during pregnancy is a common complaint — and it's no wonder. You're gaining weight, your center of gravity changes, and your hormones are relaxing the ligaments in the joints of your pelvis. Often, however, you can prevent or ease back pain during pregnancy.
You need to do back exercises under supervision of therapist
Back strengthening is necessary
Next Steps
Consult a Physio
Health Tips
Stand up straight and tall.
Hold your chest high.
Keep your shoulders back and relaxed.
Lift properly
Sleep on your side
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Its normal..your belly is gaining weight and your back has to support it...possibly its not as strong as it should have been...but thats ok..we usually dont five ourselves attention until we are in problem..
Support your back while sitting...be comfortable...use pillows
Use hot water bag to relieve pain
Also sleep supine ..relax your body...try pressing the bed with your back..do it twice in frst go...thrice a day..
Next day 5 repetition
Next day 10...increase if you are comfortable
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eat well...walk...dont sit for long
Health Tips
dont pick stuff while bending your back...bend your knees to do that
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Ms. Komal Jagtap Gaonkar (PT)
Physiotherapist
15 yrs exp
Mumbai
At this time you can't do exercises alone need to do under supervision of physiotherapist. Better idea is to avoid long sitting or long standing.keep walking for 10-15min then rest. Try to use pillow under your back and neck.
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Mr. Saravanan Palanimuthu (PT)
Physiotherapist
15 yrs exp
Chennai
Low back pain during pregnancy is something common and can be corrected through lower back and pelvic floor strength training. However , a detailed assessment to be done by a female Physiotherapist to rule out the contraindications before we prescribe exercise program.
Next Steps
Consult with physiotherapist
Health Tips
Avoid prolong sitting or standing
Avoid low seated chairs
Avoid stairs
Avoid any push type of activities
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