Common Causes of Pre-Natal Pain

BeachLife Physio • 14 April 2019

Common Causes of Pre-Natal Pain 

Pregnancy involves many changes to the body in a relatively short period. Some of these, especially towards the end of pregnancy, can lead to discomfort and pain. 

  • Increased stress on the back due to rapid change in weight distribution
  • Increased ligament laxity towards the end of pregnancy, causing pelvic pain
  • Increased stretch and pull of tissues forward causing upper back, lower back and pelvic pain
  • Increased pressure on organs in the abdominal region and on the lungs.
  • Change in posture and walking pattern causing overload of some structure.
  • Pregnancy creates rapid change in the body, some of which cause pain and discomfort.
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