Generalized aches and pain in the back are usually musculoskeletal. As your baby grows during pregnancy your centre of gravity shifts which puts a strain on the muscles and ligament of your back. Moreover pregnancy hormones also act on the pelvic joints to make them looser and more stretchy. This knowledge gives you acceptance of the situation, which actually diminishes your response, thus you don’t feel it much.
How to avoid BACK PAIN:
- Wear low-heeled shoes, preferably wedges for extra stability: flats will put more strain on your calf muscles and lower back; high heels will pitch your weight forward on to the balls of your feet and destabilise you, making you vulnerable to falls.
- Rest as often as possible: if your work involves standing, ask your employer for a chair or stool so you can take the weight off your feet and rest your back from time to time.
- Ask your employer about working more flexibly so you avoid rush hour traffic: whether you’re standing on public transport or sitting in your car, the strain on your back will be greater than if your journey were shorter.
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