Pregnancy And Baby Care Conditions During Pregnancy Lower Back Pain During Pregnancy

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...common symptom during pregnancy and even a slightly strenuous activity can cause a strain on a range of muscles in the body resulting in various aches and pains, especially lower back pain during pregnancy - first trimester.

Furthermore, the hormone relaxin that flows freely through the blood stream during pregnancy starts loosening the ligaments in the pelvic region in anticipation of childbirth. This causes the bones to move slightly, out of alignment and this in turn leads to lower back pain. As the uterus expands and the baby continues to grow, the ligaments that hold the uterus in place tend to get stretched. Hence, mild abdominal pain and back pain is experienced. The pressure exerted on the pelvic floor muscles is also bound to affect the normal functioning of the body. As the pregnancy progresses, weight gain is expected. The tummy begins to grow outwards and this alters the expectant woman's centre of gravity. In order to balance herself, the woman tilts backwards while working, walking or sitting.

This causes an inapt change in posture resulting in lower back pain during pregnancy, second trimester. The third trimester sees a larger increase in weight and hence, the problem of lower back pain during pregnancy, third trimester worsens. In addition to these factors, the uterus tends to exert pressure on the sciatic nerve in the back as it becomes larger and heavier. This more often than not, is responsible for sharp lower back pain during pregnancy. The pressure exerted on this crucial nerve is also known to result in pain in the buttocks, thighs and sometimes even travels down the legs. At times, it may even cause either left side lower back pain during pregnancy or right side lower back pain during pregnancy depending on the impact of the pressure. Stretches for lower back pain during pregnancy may be beneficial but it is always better to start an exercise schedule only after consulting your doctor with regard to the same. Towards the end of the 40 week long term, cramping and lower back pain during pregnancy must be expected. This could be a sign of labor and must not be ignored.