Tricks for back pain in pregnancy

Almost half of pregnant women suffer from back discomfort at some point during their pregnancy. To prevent them, it is convenient to change postural habits and start a series of preventive measures that will prevent back pain from making an appearance and embitter your pregnancy. The increase in the

Almost half of pregnant women suffer from back discomfort at some point during their pregnancy. To prevent them, it is convenient to change postural habits and start a series of preventive measures that will prevent back pain from making an appearance and embitter your pregnancy.

The increase in the volume of the uterus causes the axis of gravity of the woman's body to move and, for this reason, the spine and the rest of the systems of the locomotor system must adjust to these changes. It is logical, that these modifications produce pains, especially when one must remain standing or sitting for many hours throughout the day. To relieve back discomfort and prevent pain, take note of what is best for you. Tr 9 tricks to avoid back pain in pregnancy Pres 1. Pay attention to the posture

. Sit and walk with your back straight and your hips forward. Avoid walking by arching the back or removing the abdomen.

2. Wear comfortable shoes.Low-heeled shoes with good support on the arch of the foot are beneficial. Avoid wearing high-heeled shoes because they raise the pressure on the muscles of the waist.

3. Avoid lifting weight.It requires even more effort for the back. If you have to take something from the ground, do it by flexing the knees and with the back straight, without bending the waist. Separate a large load into two small ones and if the object is large, take it close to your body.

4. Beware of falls.Try to have at hand the things you need so that you do not have to bend over or stretch to reach them. It is easier to lose your balance when you are pregnant.

5. Standing or sitting.Avoid as much as possible spending a lot of time standing or sitting. If you have to stand a long time, alternate the support of the feet on a bench or box. Sit in chairs with good support in the back and avoid the chairs where you sink because it will cost you to get up alone.

6. Sleep on a firm mattress.The best posture is on your side and it will help you to place a pillow between your legs to keep your spine straight. You will feel more support in the back.

7. Use lumbar support strips.Both straps and broad bands provide support to support extra abdominal weight and provide lumbar support. They are sold in stores for pregnant women.

8. Massage to relieve pain.Because medications are not recommended to treat back pain during pregnancy, a good alternative is massage to relieve contractures. Consult a specialist.

9. Prevention with exercise.Exercises to strengthen and stretch the muscles of the back help to improve posture and avoid pain.

Marisol Nuevo.Guiainfantil.com