Pregnancy can be a pain in the back… and pelvis, buttocks and legs.
As a new mum, you’re doing everything possible to support the growth and development of your baby—and you’re doing an incredible job! However, the physical demands of pregnancy can take a toll on your back and pelvis. You’re not alone in this experience. Research indicates that 50% of pregnant women experience low back pain during pregnancy, particularly after 20 weeks.
For expectant mothers in Bayside Melbourne, chiropractic care during pregnancy offers a supportive solution. Addressing common pregnancy discomforts such as low back pain, sciatica, pelvic pain, and symphysis pubis dysfunction, chiropractic adjustments can help ensure your pelvis, sacrum, mid-back, and lower back move correctly.
As your body evolves through pregnancy, chiropractic techniques are tailored to your specific needs, accommodating your growing belly and the increased flexibility of your connective tissues. Many women assume that these aches and pains are an unavoidable part of pregnancy, but they don’t have to be.
Common Conditions During Pregnancy
Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction: Pain occurs at the sacroiliac joints, where the lower back meets the pelvis. Abnormal joint motion, whether too much or too little, can lead to inflammation and significant discomfort.
Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction (SPD): Excessive movement or misalignment of the pubic symphysis often causes pain in the front of the pelvis, groin, or hips.
Symptoms can include:
Pain in the lower back or down the legs (sciatica)
Buttock or gluteal pain
Discomfort in the front of the hips, groin, or abdomen
General pelvic pain
Why These Issues Arise
Changes in the body during pregnancy, such as weight gain, hormonal shifts, abdominal muscle separation, postural adjustments, a shifted center of gravity, and thoracic or mid-back immobility, contribute to the strain on the lower back and pelvis.
With personalized care, you can experience a more comfortable pregnancy while supporting your body’s changing needs. You deserve to feel your best during this special time.
