Managing Pregnancy Back Pain Naturally
During her third trimester, Sarah experienced debilitating lower back pain. Through specialised prenatal physiotherapy, she had a more comfortable pregnancy and faster postnatal recovery.
Patient Information
Treatment Techniques
- Sacroiliac joint mobilisation
- Pelvic stabilisation exercises
- Kinesio taping
- Postural advice
- Postnatal core rehabilitation
Related Conditions
- Pelvic Girdle Pain
- Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction
- Postnatal Back Pain
- Diastasis Recti
Initial Assessment
Sarah presented at 28 weeks gestation with severe lower back and sacroiliac joint pain limiting her ability to walk, stand for more than 10 minutes, or sleep comfortably. Assessment showed positive posterior pelvic pain provocation test, sacroiliac joint dysfunction, and significant lumbar muscle guarding.
Treatment Journey
- 1Safe manual therapy techniques for the sacroiliac joint and lumbar spine
- 2Pelvic girdle stabilisation exercises appropriate for pregnancy
- 3Postural correction and positioning advice for sleeping and daily activities
- 4Kinesio taping for sacroiliac support
- 5Postnatal core rehabilitation programme from 6 weeks post-delivery
Treatment Outcomes
- 60% pain reduction within 3 weeks
- Able to walk comfortably for 30+ minutes by week 6
- Maintained function through the remainder of pregnancy
- Normal vaginal delivery with minimal complications
- Full core strength and pain-free status achieved by 10 weeks postnatal
Patient Testimonial
"I was really worried about taking any medication during pregnancy, so physiotherapy was my only option. I am so grateful I found Modern Physio. Dr. Surabhi was incredibly knowledgeable about pregnancy-safe techniques and her reassurance helped me stay calm throughout. My recovery after delivery was also much faster than I expected."
- Sarah Khan
Doctor's Perspective
"Pregnancy-related pelvic girdle pain is more common than most people realise and very responsive to the right physiotherapy. Sarah's case shows how early intervention with safe, evidence-based techniques can significantly improve quality of life during and after pregnancy."
- Dr. Surabhi Bansal
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