What is the cause of back pain at 38 weeks of pregnancy?

Since many people have no experience in giving birth, they will be very worried when some symptoms occur in the late pregnancy. In particular, some expectant mothers will experience back pain in the late pregnancy. When back pain occurs, it is very strenuous for the pregnant woman's body to bear. So now let's understand what causes back pain in 38 weeks of pregnancy?

What is the reason for back pain at 38 weeks of pregnancy?

The body's growth hormone shifts during pregnancy. During pregnancy, changes in hormones in the body can cause many pregnancy reactions in pregnant women, and back pain is one of them. During pregnancy, hormone changes in the body cause the pelvic ligaments to relax to adapt to the growth of the fetus and the needs of future delivery. In this way, the waist tendons and muscle fascia will also relax, and the elasticity will decrease, which is easy to cause muscle strain and back pain.

The amniotic fluid of the embryo and pregnant women increases, and the intervertebral discs are overloaded. This is the main reason for pregnant women's back pain. During pregnancy, the fetus and the attached embryo, amniotic fluid, etc. expand day by day, increasing the pressure in front of the intervertebral disc. In order to maintain stability, pregnant women must contract their back muscles vigorously when standing up, so that the pelvis tilts forward, forming a unique waist posture. The back muscles are continuously contracted and cannot relax and rest. After a long time, fatigue will cause back pain.

Can I have massage for back pain at 38 weeks of pregnancy?

Pregnant women can have moderate massage for back pain, but the massage method should not be too heavy. Massage methods such as pressing, kneading, rubbing, and wiping can be used. However, overly rough massage may cause miscarriage, so pregnant women must be careful if they need massage. Generally speaking, massage is not allowed in the third month before delivery. And in the case of massage, pregnant women should not abuse hot compresses and ointments that promote blood circulation and remove blood stasis, such as Xuejie acid-suppressing ointment, blood circulation and blood stasis acid-stopping ointment and heat therapy, which will be bad for pregnant women and fetuses.

At 38 weeks of pregnancy, it has entered the late stage of pregnancy. At this time, the abdomen is already very large, so there will be a lot of trouble in movement, and the body's burden is also increasing. Therefore, it is normal to have back pain. Therefore, expectant mothers should walk moderately and pay attention to their lifestyle in the late stage of pregnancy. If back pain is accompanied by bleeding symptoms, you should see a doctor in time.