Causes and treatments of coccyx pain in pregnant women

I believe that many pregnant women have experienced coccyx pain. They don’t know why their coccyx hurts, nor do they know how to relieve and treat it. Therefore, for pregnant women troubled by this problem, it is more important to understand the causes and treatments of coccyx pain in pregnant women. Next, this article will introduce to you the causes of coccyx pain in pregnant women? What are the treatments for coccyx pain in pregnant women? Please see the detailed introduction below.

1. Causes of coccyx pain in pregnant women

1. During pregnancy, the body secretes hormones that relax the ligaments connecting the joints, which have a similar effect to pubic relaxin. This phenomenon, which occurs due to pregnancy, is actually a natural way for the body to prepare for childbirth, allowing more room for movement around the pelvis and facilitating childbirth. However, this can also cause some discomfort in early pregnancy.

2. The enlarged uterus compresses the nerves. The enlarged uterus during pregnancy compresses the sciatic nerve or surrounding tissues, causing pain. And as your belly grows and you gain weight, it may become more uncomfortable.

3. Some pregnant women may experience pain on the buttocks, which may be related to their sitting or walking posture.

4. Due to inflammation or compression of the sciatic nerve caused by spinal dislocation, the pain extends from the buttocks to the legs. It is recommended to go to a regular hospital for examination, follow the doctor's advice and receive symptomatic treatment based on your condition.

5. Sacrococcygeal pain caused by calcium deficiency.

Treatment of coccyx pain in pregnant women

1. Engage in appropriate activities, such as prenatal yoga, walking, swimming, etc., but avoid activities that may aggravate hip pain.

2. The sleeping position you adopt should provide good support for all the joints around the pelvis and hips. That means sleeping on your side with your legs bent and a pillow between your knees to support your entire leg. You may also want to place a pillow under your belly to prevent you from rolling forward. Placing additional padding under your butt, such as a sleeping bag or blanket, may also help relieve pain. You may also find that placing a hot water bottle on your hips helps. You can also apply a hot towel to the painful area and massage.

3. Avoid sitting cross-legged or with your legs crossed. When resting and watching TV, use a small, rolled-up cushion or towel on the arch of your lower back to ensure that you are sitting upright.

4. Get up slowly and don't stand up immediately, otherwise it will cause greater damage to your buttocks.

5. Take calcium supplements, the kind specially for pregnant women, and get more sun exposure to ensure absorption.

The above is an introduction to the causes and treatments of coccygeal pain in pregnant women. I believe that after reading this, everyone will have a certain understanding of the causes of coccyx pain in pregnant women, and will also have some understanding of how to relieve and treat coccyx pain in pregnant women. In this way, it will be helpful to people who need to know relevant knowledge.