Joint pain in general is common during pregnancy, and it can be especially common for pregnant women to experience discomfort or pain around their lower backs and hips as the pelvis expands to accommodate for the growing baby bump.
The onset of this discomfort or pain is usually toward the end of the first trimester and is referred to as Pelvic Girdle Pain (PGP).
Although research suggests approximately 50% of women experience PGP, each women tends to feel it differently.
PGP tends to be felt:
- across the lower back around the Sacroiliac Joints (SIJ)
- at the front of your pelvis at the public symphysis
- deep within the glute muscles
The good news is there are many ways to provide relief throughout pregnancy. One way is to see a Women’s Health Physiotherapist, like Deman at our clinic, to have your hips taped to provide some needed pelvic stability. You can also work actively with one of our Exercise Physiologists to safely strengthen the surrounding muscles and your core to also provide increased stability.
Working with our Women’s Health Physio and Exercise Physiologists can help you to:
- Increase your walking endurance without experiencing pain or discomfort
- Feel more comfortable in bed making it easier for you to roll over
- Reduce discomfort you may feel climbing stairs, walking on uneven surfaces, getting in and out of cars, getting up from sitting etc.
Also Read: Enhance Your Maternal Health with Pregnancy Reformer Pilates
If you or any soon-to-be or new Mums are experiencing any pain around your lower back, hips or pelvic region in general, call us today to book in for an assessment.
