Four Physio and Health

Pelvic girdle pain in pregnancy can be a real pain in the 🍑!

It often presents as pain around the pubic bone, groin, hips, buttocks or lower back - and can come on during any trimester.🤰

You might notice it when walking, climbing stairs, getting in and out of the car, rolling over in bed or standing on one leg. 😣

Building strength and stability around the pelvis, and improving your body’s ability to tolerate the demands of everyday movement can be a really helpful way of managing it.

Here are 5 of Georgia’s go-to exercises that she often prescribes for her pregnant patients who are experiencing pelvic girdle pain. 🙌

A few things to note:
🔸These exercises aren’t a one size fits all. The best exercises will depend on your symptoms, strength, stage of pregnancy and what movements you currently find comfortable.
🔸You don’t need to push through pain. Some mild discomfort may be manageable, but if an exercise significantly aggravates your symptoms, modify it or leave it out.
🔸More isn’t always better. Start with a manageable amount and build gradually.
🔸If your pain is persistent, worsening or stopping you from doing the things you enjoy, don’t just put up with it. Our women’s health physiotherapists can help identify what’s contributing to your symptoms and develop a plan specific to you.

Enjoy! 🧡

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