How to relieve back pain during pregnancy ===================================== To find out the cause and relief of back pain during pregnancy, we have brought it to you... Back pain in each month of pregnancy can have different reasons, which we mention below: Back pain in the first trimester of pregnancy ### Hormonal changes Increasing the level of progesterone helps to relax the muscles and ligaments of the pelvis. ### Stress Stress affects the mental state of a pregnant woman and causes physical symptoms such as fatigue, headache, stiffness and muscle pain. Back pain in the second and third trimester of pregnancy In the second and third trimester of pregnancy, the fetus grows rapidly.. This rapid growth can cause changes and lead to back pain during pregnancy: ### Bending back As the weight of the fetus increases, the woman's stomach moves forward and this situation causes her to bend backwards and back pain and muscle stiffness. ### Weight gain during pregnancy The amount of weight a woman gains during pregnancy can lead to back pain during pregnancy. Isolation of the abdominal muscles The abdomen is composed of two parallel muscles.... These muscles help stabilize the spine and support the back.... During this period, the growing fetus puts pressure on the abdominal muscles, which sometimes causes this muscle to separate and eventually cause back pain.... Back pain after childbirth is also one of the common problems of mothers.. Is back pain dangerous in pregnancy? Back pain during pregnancy is very common, especially in early pregnancy....During pregnancy, the ligaments naturally soften to prepare for childbirth....Such a situation can put pressure on the hip and back joints and eventually lead to back pain.... Treatment of back pain in pregnancy There are simple solutions to get rid of back pain during pregnancy, which we mention below: 1.... ### Practice good posture As the fetus grows, the abdomen bends forward, to maintain balance, the back bends behind.... If women know the best position to stand or sit in these situations, it relieves back pain during pregnancy: - Stand completely straight. - Keep your chest up. - Keep your shoulders back. - Do not lock the knees. - When sitting, choose chairs that support your back well. 2.... ### Choose your right shoes During this time, you should avoid wearing shoes that have a flat surface or high heels... Using a pregnancy belt can also be a good option for you... Consult your doctor about this. Read more: 13 natural remedies 3.... ### Lift the equipment properly When lifting any equipment, you should not bend from the waist.... first sit and then stand up to lift the desired equipment.... You should also lift heavy items with the help of another person. 4.... ### Sleep on your side Pregnant women should note that they should sleep on their sides, not on their backs... Also, they should put a pillow between their knees when sleeping. 5.... ### Try heat and cold therapy Sometimes massage or use of warm compress and serum can be effective in relieving this pain. 6... ### Include physical activity in your daily schedule Regular physical activity can be effective in strengthening the back muscles and lead to the relief or treatment of back pain during pregnancy.... You should consult with experts about the best exercises suitable for pregnancy.... Activities such as walking or water sports can be suitable options for pregnant women. 7... ### Perform non-invasive treatments Sometimes pregnant women are offered treatments such as acupuncture or chiropractic for back pain relief. In general, doctors believe that pregnant women experience different degrees of back pain, this back pain during pregnancy is due to the pressure that the baby puts on the spine and leads to its deformation. Also, in some cases, the mother may be suffering from an underlying disease such as spinal canal stenosis or **herniated disc** and is not aware of this disease.... If back pain caused by pregnancy continues until after delivery, patients should consult a back pain specialist to prevent back pain.. There are several effective methods to prevent back pain during pregnancy. has: - Strengthen the back muscles with appropriate exercises during pregnancy. - Be balanced in all stages of pregnancy. - Do daily and regular exercises during pregnancy regularly and with the doctor's approval. - Choose the right shoes for walking. - Avoid standing for a long time. - Be careful not to gain more weight than normal. - Do not sleep on your stomach. - Have a correct posture when standing and sitting. Remember that if you have a natural pain-free birth or a cesarean delivery, you should see the best anesthetist so that anesthesia can be done in the best possible way for you. The best sleeping position to treat back pain during pregnancy You should lie on your side, bend one or both of your knees.... You can also take a pregnancy pillow and place it between your knees, under your stomach and back.... or you can place a pillow between your legs while lying on your side. When should we worry about our back pain?. If you have these symptoms along with back pain, you should see a doctor and check: - You have vaginal bleeding or uterine stiffness. - You have fever and mild pain. - You are numb. - Back pain is sudden and severe and appears without any reason. What is the difference between back pain during pregnancy and period? Period pain and back pain in pregnancy are caused in completely different ways... Period pain may start a few days before menstruation and decrease after the end of menstruation. Back pain during pregnancy may occur from the beginning of pregnancy, around the fourth week, and continue for weeks and months after pregnancy.