01 Mar Pelvic Girdle Pain
What is Pelvic Girdle Pain?
PGP is a biomechanical pelvic joint problem, previously known as Symphysis Pubis Disorder (SPD). PGP affects 1 in 5 pregnant women and symptoms can occur at any stage during or after pregnancy. PGP causes pain and stiffness in the pelvic joints, and you may experience difficulty walking, climbing stairs and turning in bed. As your baby grows in the womb, the extra weight and the change in the way you sit or stand will put more strain on your pelvis.
If you have been diagnosed with PGP by a healthcare professional here are a few tips that can help your symptoms:
– Change your position frequently – try not to sit more than 30 minutes at a time
– Stand tall with your bump and bottom tucked in a little
– Try to keep your legs together when getting in and out of a car
– Lying on the less painful side when sleeping and using a pillow under your bump and between your legs can provide extra support in bed.
Chiropractors are trained to work with pregnant women. Please give us a call for a chat or book in for a free mini consultation if you would like to come and see us.
