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Pregnancy back pain
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My wife is 28 weeks pregnant and is suffering from back pain since the beginning of 3rd trimester..its becoming worse as the days progress.
I have consulted neurosurgeon, and a gynaecologist..still no luck..reports seem to be normal
any help with physio that couls reduce the pain please?
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Due to pregnancy.
Pain is common.
Do gently exercise.
Learn with physiotherapists near you
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It's a common problem which pregnant ladies will face especially during third trimester.
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Positioning while sitting is very important. You can use basic towel or pillows as back support when sitting.There are pillows available just winding and supporting the back alone.
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Avoid being in same position for long time.
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Back pain very much common during pregnancy..u haven't mention body weight of patient it's also important, need to correct posture and position
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consult with me in video call for evaluation and ante natal Physiotherapy
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Take a pillow back during sitting
Try to sit correct don't be erect
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Hello... It is a common condition that occurs during pregnancy because of the muscle weakness and improper posture.
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She has to place pillow while sitting and while sleeping this helps alot to overcome the back pain.
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While doing these exercises she has to put the lumbar belt so that it gives support to the spine.https://youtu.be/s3xxurlpfdk. She has to do these exercises daily for 15 dys if there is no change in the pain consult a physio nearby. Thankyou!
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Back pain could be due to back muscle weakness. This is common in most women during pregnancy.
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She should give hot water fomentation to the affected site for 15-20 minutes twice a day.
She can use Volini gel or spray provided she is not allergic.
She should use small cushion while sitting to ease her back.
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If the pain persists or aggrevates she should consult a Physiotherapist in person or through video call for further evaluation and treatment.
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Yes physiotherapy exercises can help reduce back pain during pregnancy. Back pain is quite common complain during pregnancy. There are specific prenatal (antenatal) exercises that are safe to perform. However it needs be done only after consulting or under supervision of physiotherapist. Certain modification during sitting and standing can also be helpful to reduce back pain.
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please consult a physiotherapist
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please make a prior appointment or online consultation during this corona crisis. please brief your therapist about any medical history or produce all your latest reports during consultation
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Ms. Komal Jagtap Gaonkar (PT)
Physiotherapist
15 yrs exp
Mumbai
Back pain is common symptoms during pregnancy. It is due change in posture and weakness muscles. apply hot water bag for 10-15min . Always use pillow under back while sleeping and sitting.
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place pillow under back while sitting.and during sleeping try use pillow under your back while sleeping on sides.
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do online consultation with physiotherapist doctor for better advice . practo app consultation with physiotherapist
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Dr. Prachi Shah (PT)
Physiotherapist
15 yrs exp
Mumbai
Yes u can try physio of there are no complications
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