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Tips to Relieve Back Pain During Pregnancy

It’s estimated that over 85% of women experience back pain during pregnancy. As a woman enters her second and third trimesters, the growing baby pulls your center of gravity forward, increasing your lower back’s curve (or lordosis). That increased stress on your lower back often leads to back pain.

Spinal adjustments are considered a highly safe and effective evidence-based option for pregnant women to relieve back pain during pregnancy. Additionally, chiropractors can provide specific exercise and stretching recommendations. A recent study found that patients who received care from their OB-GYN and chiropractor had greater reductions in pain and improved quality of life than those who only saw an OB-GYN. Call iCare Chiropractic if you need a consulation!

  • 92% of pregnant women are advised by their doctor to exercise during pregnancy.
  • Choosing the right pillows and finding the best stretches can dramatically reduce neck and mid-back pain during pregnancy.
  • The mechanical low back pain that women experience during pregnancy can often be relieved with spinal adjustments.
  • Avoid Interventions That Aren’t Necessary- Continuous electronic monitoring hasn’t been shown to provide better outcomes for the baby and may increase the risk of the mother having a C-section.

Next Steps:

Having a child is a special time, and no decisions should be taken lightly. But it’s essential to understand and respect our body’s natural ability to navigate the process. Our role is to help empower you to create the birth experience you desire and make it as comfortable as possible! Our practice is proud to work with midwives, doulas, and OB-GYNs in our community.

Science Sources:

  • Back Pain in Pregnancy. University of Rochester Medical Center
  • Optimizing pain relief during pregnancy using manual therapy. Canadian Family Physician. 2013
  • Use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs during pregnancy and the risk of miscarriage. American Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology. 2018
  • NSAID Use During Pregnancy Linked to Pulmonary Hypertension In Newborns. Pharmacy Today. 2001
  • Safe, Healthy Birth: What Every Pregnant Woman Needs to Know. The Journal of Perinatal Education. 2009