Back pain at 9 months pregnant

It is a normal physiological phenomenon to experience back pain during the 9th month of pregnancy, because the weight of the fetus at this time is completely borne by the lumbar spine, and the pressure on the lumbar spine is relatively large. If you do not adjust your sitting posture and pay more attention to rest, it is easy to cause symptoms of back pain. As long as the pregnant woman walks around properly and massages the lumbar spine, the symptoms of back pain can be relieved. Pregnant women can learn about the specific relief methods.

Is it normal to have back pain during 9 months of pregnancy?

It is normal to have back pain in the early stages of pregnancy and it is within the normal range. This is because, in the early stages of pregnancy, the joint ligaments relax due to the influence of hormones, the uterus enlarges, and compresses the pelvic tissues and nerves. As the abdomen enlarges, the body's center of gravity moves backwards, and in order to adapt to the balance of the body posture, the pregnant woman's waist protrudes forward, resulting in back pain.

Symptoms such as back pain in the early stages of pregnancy are related to poor physical condition or excessive fatigue, and it is necessary to consider the possibility of threatened abortion. Occasional mild pain does not need to be treated, because as the fetus grows, the waist's ability to withstand pressure becomes greater and greater, so back pain is inevitable. But it is worth noting that if a pregnant woman feels severe abdominal pain, or finds that there is vaginal bleeding, be careful of ectopic pregnancy and check in time.

What to do if a pregnant woman has back pain in the ninth month

1. Exercising more before pregnancy, such as swimming, walking, gymnastics, etc., can relieve lower back pain.

2. Pay attention to protecting your hips to avoid gaining too much weight which will increase the burden on your waist and cause damage to your lumbar muscles and ligaments. During pregnancy and lactation, you should actively supplement calcium and drink more milk and soy milk. If the calcium content in your daily diet is insufficient, you can also consider taking calcium tablets, which can also reduce the occurrence of low back pain.

3. Pay attention to protecting your waist. When sitting, keep your waist as straight as possible and put a soft cushion behind you. It is best to sleep on your left side with your legs bent to reduce the burden on your waist. This position is also helpful in correcting the right rotation of the uterus that is prone to occur in late pregnancy, improving the blood supply to the uterus and placenta, and promoting fetal development.

4. Pay attention to rest, do housework moderately, avoid lifting heavy objects, bending over frequently, or standing or squatting for a long time.

5. If you want to walk, don't wear high heels. Choose light and soft low-heeled shoes to reduce the burden on the lumbar spine.

6. If you want to sit down. Choose a chair that works for you. It is not good for a chair to be too high or too low so that you can sit in it as low as possible, with the lower part of your back pressed tightly against the backrest. Also, soft cushions tend to sag and become tiring to sit on, so choose a firmer one. You can also place your feet on a low stool to help blood circulation in your legs.

7. If you want to lie down. If the pregnant woman is lying on her side, she should bend her legs forward and backward. In the lying position, when you lie down, you can first bend your legs, support your pelvis, and then gently twist your pelvis until you adjust your waist to be close to the bed surface. When lying down, you can raise your legs to help blood circulation and eliminate pain. Placing a soft towel under your knees can help relieve pressure on your abdominal muscles while you sleep.

8. Eat a balanced diet. It is also important to eat more nutritious food and supplement vitamins. During pregnancy, due to the rapid development of the fetus, pregnant mothers are prone to lack of various nutrients and minerals, especially calcium, vitamins and iron.