pregnancy back pain Knowledge Base
How can you tell if its regular pregnancy back pain or your chronic back pain? plus how can you tell if its ? normal stretching pain or if its pain from you surgery plus stretching pain? i have chronic back pain i was just wondering if ill be able to tell when i go into labor later on if i have back labor or not? plus with the stretching pain i had an eptopic surgically removed in May and now im having the normal pregnancy cramping and stretching pains plus its alittle more in the area where i had my surgery? its not bad its just something i was wondering about.
I am trying to find a solution to upper back pain in pregnancy? K i have been having upper back pain lately, I am trying to keep my posture correct. However, i dont have any tylenol or ibuprofen. i have tried reading up on upper back pain in pregnancy and all im getting is lower back pain solutions. Has anyone ever experienced this or knows of how i can stretch my back safely without hurting the baby?
How early in the pregnancy can back pain begin? Is that even a symptom? If I'm pregnant, it would have been a result of unprotected sex last week; since then I have been experiencing constant lower-back pain (as if right before my period-I'm three weeks away from my next period.) There should be no reason I would be getting pms pain this early, could it be pregnancy or something completely unrelated? Is it even too early to tell?
What is the best way to get rid of back pain associated with pregnancy? I am 31 weeks into my 40 week pregnancy (over 7 months) and work in an office setting where I sit all day. I make sure to get up every 90 minutes or so to stretch and walk around, but I am getting tremendous back pain the longer I sit, at the lower of my back. I think the baby has dropped (turned over so it's head is at the bottom)... Is there pain reliever, special chair cushions, or anything else that is safe for me to relieve the pain? Thanks!
Severe lower back pain after pregnancy - how can I get rid of it? Is there any specific exercise or method to get rid of extreme lower back pain? I got it during my pregnancy and it doesn't seem to go away. I know it's not because of my weight because I have been having it since I got pregnant, not when I gained weight. My bones are all messed up back there. I've been to a physical therapist but my bone always goes back to the wrong place (sideways). What should I do? RIA: thank you for your answer. I think I have the same problem you had. I could scream when I turn. It's good to know its specific name because maybe I can find more info on it, thanks again! Shelley: I've tried that too (3 times)...it didn't made much difference. Does that mean I'll need a surgery? No matter where I go, doctors tell me they can't help. Well, they are not the ones who can't get up in the morning without help.
How early did you start having back pain in your pregnancy? I'm only 7 weeks, I am overweight and it could be a contributing factor to my back pain, but I didn't start having back pain until this week. Is it too early for me to be having back pain in my pregnancy? Only experienced and mature answers please.
How can I ease upper back pain during pregnancy? I am 30 weeks pregO today with my first angel. I am enjoying everything about my pregnancy except of course the weight gain and now I have terrible back pain. Not lower so much but upper between my shoulder blades and I cant take it!! I have a job in a call center (CCCS) and its very depressing listening to everyones problems when you're pregnant and this back pain does not help!! please help me!! Will walking help, swimming? what can I do????
A question about back pain during pregnancy? I was curious what the back pain was like? When you talk of lower back pain, is it a muscular thing or bone, like right next to your spine? Is it all over or in one small spot? I have some back pain, it's in my very lower back, right to the right of my spine, it's not a sharp pain or anything, it's just discomfort. I was curious if that could be related to pregnancy?
Anybody have excruciating back pain or cramps during early pregnancy? I've read a lot about mild cramping and lower back pain during pregnancy, but has anyone else had lying on the bathroom floor crying, screaming obscenities at the top of your lungs back pain? I'm probably only 4 wks along, no spotting or bleeding or anything. It comes & goes, I'm doing pretty good most of the time but every few hours it'll hit and I'm curled up into a little ball for 10-15 minutes till it subsides. I have an appt Tues with a midwife; I called her a few days ago and she talked a bit about miscarriage but never really said that's what's going on, just wanted me to be aware that 25% of pregnancies end in miscarriage. She's pretty anti-med and discouraged Tylenol, though I have cheated and taken it when the pain gets really bad (doesn't seem to help though). Been using ice packs on my back (hope that's ok?), heating pad seemed to make it worse. Just made my poor hubby go get stool softener, though I don't think that's the problem either. Any advice, is this normal?
What area of the back would you suffer with pain in the case of an ectopic pregnancy? My period arrived 6 days late and when it did, I had a normal flow for the first day only and then brown spotting for a week after. I have now suffered from menstrual-like cramps for 3 weeks and woke up today with bad back pain that hurts on my right side, roughly waist height. I have had urine and blood tests which came back negative. In the case of an ectopic pregnancy, would my back pain be lower? Thank you for any help you can offer!
When does neck and back pain start to occur during pregnancy? When does the actual neck and back pain usually occur? I'm almost a month pregnant and I woke up this morning experiencing the worst back of my neck and back pain! I'm experiencing stiffness and sharp pains everytime I bend my head neck or back forward, even when I'm sitting down. Has any woman experienced this kind of back pain? When does back and neck pain usually start during pregnancy?
How to ease back pain during pregnancy? I am 27 weeks pregnant... I know that the weight of the baby is causing most of my problems but is there something I can do to ease off some of the pain besides Tylenol? I am having pain in my lower back. When I stand, or roll over (if I had been lying down) my lower back pops. Any suggestions?
question for those of you who have lower back pain in early pregnancy? ok so really all i want to know is for those of you who had lower back pains early (around the time you found out 2 weeks before-2months in to the pregnancy) in as much detail as you can please. What kind of pain was it? when did it hurt the most standing walking or sitting or all? Where was the pain if you remember even what side (left or right) hurt the most? and what nerve is it that was pinched? anything else you think i might have forgotten in the whole lower back pain in early pregnancy deal.
How should i deal with back pain during pregnancy? Im pregnant and i am starting to get horrible back pain. I was told i shouldnt use bengay because it contains silicates and i shouldnt use heating pads because it might overheat my body temp, which would overheat the baby. What other things can i do to help with my back pain?
Can lower back pain be a symptom of pregnancy? There is a good chance that I am pregnant. I am about 3 days from being able to take a pregnancy test. The past week I have had a lot of pain in my lower back. Could that be a symptom of pregnancy?
Does anyone have lower back pain during pregnancy and after the baby is born? When I was 4 months pregnant I started having this lower back pain on the right side. Every time I would take a step and put pressure on the right leg, I would get that sharp pain. It didn't happen all the time but I would never know when it was going to happen. Well now my son is 3 1/2 months old and I still get that pain!!!! Has anyone had this problem?
Is back pain normal in pregnancy and? How long will it last?I know the ob/gyn said it's the weight but sheesh is it always wait and is there anything that can be done to help chronic back pain durring pregnancy? I am due dec 29th Thanks everyone
Is lower back pain normal in early pregnancy? I am 4 weeks pregnant and my lower back is killing me. I didn't have this pain with my first two children but I did with my last pregnancy and I had a miscarriage. I don't know if it's related. I have been having this dull ache in my lower back for about 2 weeks. Even before I knew I was pregnant. I will ask my doctor about it Monday but has anyone else experienced this and what was the outcome? I don't want another miscarriage.
How to prevent and relieve back pain during pregnancy? I am 22 weeks pregnant and feel pain in my lower back ... Talking to my doc he suggested using Support Belts .. Does any one of can help me giving some more details on using support belts or any other exercise to be down to ease down the pain ..... I think as my belly would grow it would increase as well .. please suggest ...
when to call the doctor for back pain during pregnancy? i know back pain is normal, but this feels crampy, like my period is about to come on and it get stronger every so often, but not consistently. like it will be every 10 then 15 then 5 then 20 etc..... the pain also kinda generate towards the front. i seriously can not remember my contractions from when i gave birth to my son, but i do remember i had back pains the night before my water broke with him. also it is way too early for me to give birth, i am only about 25 weeks.
How do I relieve back pain during Pregnancy? My back hurts so bad.I try to lay on my right side and sometimes switch it up but it still hurts.Will sleeping with a pillow between my legs help at all.BTW I'm 8mths pregnant
how to get rid of back pain during pregnancy? I am currently 20 to 21 weeks pregnant and have really bad back pain.. I can sit for too long or lay for too long either. It so hard for me to sleep.. and its only on the lower left side of my back..HELP!
What helps with back pain during pregnancy? I'm 29 weeks pregnant and I'm having severe muscle cramps and spasms in my lower back. My doctor has suggested rotating cool and heat and stretching, but none of this is working! Do any of you have any suggestions of what may help?
What can I do to relieve lower back pain in pregnancy? Im 30 weeks pregnant, and the last week my lower back has been getting sore, especially at night when i sleep. Im thinking about getting a new mattress, but that wont happen that soon, maybe in a month. I work in an office. What can i do to relieve my aching back??
What can i do for lower back pain during pregnancy? Since i hit the 12week mark ive been having lower back pains and Tylenol doesnt work. at all. Sometimes its so bad when im laying down i get stuck in one position until it goes away can someone please tell me wat can help it feel better
How soon can lower back pain start in pregnancy? I have been trying to get pregnant for a while with no luck, but this month i am having lower back pain and a bit of tender breasts,,,but again that could be caused by many other things...I was due to ovulate on the 7th and i had sex the 4th and 5th and early on 6th day morning......hopeful
back and abdominal pain after pregnancy normal? I just had my second son 8 weeks ago and have had back pain ever since. The last few weeks though it has been getting severe and occasionaly have a bad abdominal pain to where i almost have to sit down. Any suggestions? I am going to call the dr on Monday but just wanting suggestions is it normal?
Constant Lower Abdomen Pain and Lower Back Pain but no Bleeding during Pregnancy? My girlfriend is on her 8th week of pregnancy but she's been having a constant pain in her lower abdomen and lower back for 5 days now, although it's bearable most of the time, from time to time, the pain is excruciating. We went to our OB and had a transV and according to our doctor, this is part of pregnancy. Has anyone experienced this? Is it really normal? I've read about miscarriages and she has all the symptoms except bleeding, I'm afraid this will lead to miscarriage.
Is this back pain normal in early pregnancy? i have been having a sharp pain in the left side of my back and left leg, right where my leg and butt meet. it came out of nowhere and it comes sporadically, and shoots up my back. i havent slept funny or did anything straining or stressful to pull a muscle so could this be a pregnancy side effect? I'm 13 weeks along.
Is there anything I can do for middle-back pain during pregnancy? The muscles the lower-middle back ache when I'm sitting at my desk. They feel like they are being pulled. I try to adjust my posture, my chair, etc., and nothing is working. Is there anything I can do to get some relief during the day when I HAVE to sit at my desk and work?
Is lower-back pain a symptom during early pregnancy? My friend thinks she is pregnant and is having lower-back pain. She wants to know if lower-back pain is a symptom during early pregnancy. Thanks in advance! I forgot to mention that her period isn't due for 2 weeks.
How to ease back pain in early pregnancy? I am about 6 weeks now. And I am having horrible back pain. I know I can take acetominophen, but is there anything else you have done that helps with the back pain?
When did you have fatigue and back pain in early pregnancy? If you did experience fatigue and back pain in early pregnancy how early did you notice the symptoms? Also, if you had back pain what did it feel like? Does the backpain feel paralysing almost? Or is it more like a dull pain? I woke up today with the most painful middle/lower back.
How soon into pregnancy do you get back pain? I've been having really sharp back pain for about a week and a half, my period has been off because of my on and off birth control use, just wondering how soon into pregnancy anyone has experienced back pain..I havn't had my period in about 3 weeks btw
Would my back pain get worse during pregnancy? I have to go the the chiropractor regularly, mainly for neck and shoulder pain. Sometimes I have low back pain as well. I have an old injury in my neck and wonder if the strain of a pregnancy would cause me to have more pain? My husband and I want to start a family, but I am so scared what that will do to my back.
Any good remedies for pregnancy back pain? I know this is probably an excercise in futility, but is there anything that I can do to make my back quit hurting so bad?? I'm working part time, and trying to finish up a semester in college, so staying in bed and resting isn't an option. Does anything help?
Back pain and hemheroids in early pregnancy? I've missed my period and had negative tests. I'm still convinced I'm pregnant. I have hemheroids, lower back pain and some other stuff. I was wondering if hemheroids and back pain are symptoms of early pregnancy? What can I do to relieve them? Also what are you craving? I have a strange craving for the little snack pickles and honey roasted peanut butter!
Any tips on back pain during pregnancy? I'm only a little over 19 weeks but my lower back is so sore. It even hurts to take steps or move my legs. I've heard this is normal, but does any body know of any ways to relieve the pain?
is lower right back pain a symptom of pregnancy? i think this is my month. i am ttc for sometime. i had lower right abdominal cramps for about 3 days....i think that was implantation cramps and today i have mild lower right back pain. has anyone had it before? i going to take pregnancy test on friday as that would be apt. Thanks in advance.
How early does lower back pain start during pregnancy? Hello out there, I'm about 5 weeks pregnant and my lower back started to really hurt about a week or so ago. I didn't know this symptom came this early but i guess it does. Did anyone else feel lower back pain really early or is it just me?
Do you know of any ways to alleviate back pain due to pregnancy? I'm 23wks pregnant and I am starting to have really bad back pain. It is getting really uncomfortable to lie down on my sides because lying on either one gives me discomfort on my lower back. Since I can't lie down on my back I don't know how else to lie down. Sitting down is just as uncomfortable. Does anybody know of ways to alleviate back pain or any exercises I can do to get rid of these pains? Thank you!
Back pain in early pregnancy? I would like to know what back pain in early pregnancy feels like. Where is the pain generally located and any personal pregnancy back pain stories. Thanks.
How to ease pregnancy back pain...? advice please? I am 26weeks pregnant and my back is killing me! The pain is on my left side around the bottom of my rib cage and has been hurting for over a week, any suggestions on how to ease the pain would be greatly appreciated
lower back pain during pregnancy? Not normal pregnancy back pain. It's like the kidney area on both sides, mostly the right side. And its not really painful, just discomfort I guess. It normally hurts the most right after I go to the bathroom. Thanks. Thanks. I'm going to an after hours clinic tonight to ask them about it. Hopefully everything can get sorted out.
Relief for pregnancy back pain? I am 22 weeks and my back is killing me. All I can take is Tylenol which does nothing. I take a hot shower when I can , but its only temporary relief. How do you get relief from back pain?
Low low back pain pregnancy related? I am only 10 weeks prego. I have been experiencing pain in my lower back (almost so low you'd want to call it the tailbone but not quite). It's a pressure pain like pressure has been applied to both hips and cracked the bones right there above my buttcrack. I don't know if this is something that could be pregnancy related or just coincidence from something else I've done. (I've heard of SPD and it's no where near the front or groin.) It hurts most after I've bee sitting or lying down for a while. I didn't experience anything like this with my last pregnancy and the pain seems a bit severe to be here so early. But I don't have any other idea what the cause could be.
Is it normal to have severe back pain during pregnancy? I am 25 weeks pregnant and have been diagnosed with sludge in my gallbladder, but lately I have been having pain in my right lower back below my ribs that will last for like 2 hours. It's hard to stand up straight it hurts so bad. Do u think this ties in with the gallbladder problem or just normal pregnancy back pain? It's in the same spot every single day, lower right back
Is severe back pain normal in pregnancy? I am 25 weeks pregnant and have been diagnosed with sludge in my gallbladder, but lately I have been having pain in my right lower back below my ribs that will last for like 2 hours. It's hard to stand up straight it hurts so bad. Do u think this ties in with the gallbladder problem or just normal pregnancy back pain?
How did you relieve Pelvic/Back pain during pregnancy? Baby will be here within a month and a half, I have had this pelvic and back pain since the second trimester. It's just got to the point where I need some relief, is there anything I can do myself to relieve the pain? And after I delivery will I still have this pain, when I try to work out?
How long does back pain last during pregnancy? I'm now 16 weeks pregnant. My backs been killing me since before i even knew that i was knocked up. I thought that my pregnancy would be easier since i'm only 17. but, so far it's sucked! when will this back pain stop?!
What can I take for back pain in early pregnancy? I had a car accident a few years ago and suffer from lower back pain. It always gets worse with my pregnancies...this is my 3rd. What can I safely take to ease the pain w/o causing harm to my baby? I'm 6 weeks pregnant.
Major lower back pain in second pregnancy? Hi, almost 38 weeks along in the second pregnancy, and am having very bad back pain in my lower right side of my back for days now. Its actually hard to walk and very very hard to bend over. Doesnt help to lay down, actually can make it worse. Any of you experience this, does it mean this baby may be coming out soon?
How to help relieve back pain during pregnancy? Im 25 weeks pregnant and have really bad back and hip pains all day long. I have tried all the following: taking a warm bath, tylenol, heating pad, but none of this helps for very long my doctor told me all them are things that will help relieve it, but he said it was only temporary relief, does anyone know any other techniques to help ease the pain that are pregnancy safe?
Does a tilted uterus mean more back pain in pregnancy? I think i have a tilted or tipped uterus because i sometimes feel pain during intercourse. I'm pregnant and i heard that if you have a tilted uterus then you may have more severe back pain!!! :0 Is this true? I'm 13 weeks pregnant.
What causes back pain in early pregnancy? I just found out I'm pregnant and have been experiencing pain in my lower back. Is this also something caused by hormones, as many other early pregnancy symptoms seem to be?
How to relieve back pain during pregnancy? I'm 22 weeks pregnant with severe back pain. I have tried ice packs, heat packs, hot shower pounding on my back, changing positions and walking around. My partner works nights so I can't get him to give me a massage. What else can I do to relieve the pain?
Is bad lower back pain associated with pregnancy? I have tons of pregnancy symptoms but I feel like my back pain is the same as when I get my period but I don't know if lower back pain is associated with early pregnancy? What are some pregnancy symptoms for the first 2-4 weeks past ovulation?
Dull upper back pain during pregnancy? I am 32wks pregnant and for the past 2 days i have been getting a really bad dull back pain just in one spot on the right side of my upper to mid back. It hurts like crazy and it won't go away. Is this normal during pregnancy? And has anyone else experienced this? I have heard of lower back pain being common in pregnancy, but not upper back pain. I have also tried lots of remedies to ease the pain like heating pad, tylenol, my husband giving me a back massage, laying down in different positions with pillows, and nothing seems to work.
Is it normal to have upper back pain during pregnancy? i am 30 weeks pregnant and my upper back hurts badly. I have not experienced this before. My lower back has hurt previously but not to this extent. Should I be worried that I am in labor or is this just normal pregnancy issues.
How can I relieve my back pain during pregnancy? My back hurt before I found out I was pregnant. Lately, at 3 months, its hurts so much when I move or get up. I worked a 6 hr shift today which consisted of a lot of standing and bending over.. a little bit of lifting. My back hurts so bad. What can I do to relieve the pain? I've never had back pain in my life..
How do I relieve pregnancy back pain? My back is killing me and I'm only 22 weeks. My sides and lower abdomen are so sore, I know I can't take pain relievers, but is there anything I can do to make the pain go away a bit? For Kieron, my baby is a blessing, my question is not about not wanting her. I couldn't be happier to be a mother, I'm just sore from carrying her
Pain in buttocks and lower back during pregnancy? I hear back pain can be a sign of a miscarriage. But I am not sick, no bleeding and the pain isn't excruciating. It is more just a bother. When I sit or stand up, the pain starts in my left buttocks and moves into the very lower part of my back. It is very uncomfortable and just want to know if anyone else had this problem during their pregnancy. Could be sciatic (?) nerve pain I read. I am 13 weeks pregnant. Thank you to everyone who takes the time to help!! :)
How soon in pregnancy can back pain start? Im guesing im about 2 to 3 weeks pregnant(if i am). I have been having horible side and back cramps. My last too bathroom visits have been closer than normal and when i wipe there has been a light pink discharge. Am i pregnant? Im too scared to take a HPT. Are these Normal signs? Im freaking out. Please help!
What do you do for back pain during pregnancy? I've got pain in my upper right back area, ribcage area but in my back...I've tried prenatal massage, heated pads, rub A535 but it always seems to come back, I thought it could be work related (I'm in dentistry) but I haven't worked in 3 days and it still hurts, sometimes I get lower back pain but that's more bearable. What do you guys suggest?
Describe lower back pain from early pregnancy please? I don't know if I'm pregnant or not, but I've had this weird lower back/ hip pain lately. The only way I can think of to describe it is that it feels like someone is grabbing onto my muscles on each side and pulling. My hips feel like there is pressure on them and I feel like I need to do a split or something to stretch them out for relief. Is this what it feels like during pregnancy? I know there are a million other reasons to explain back pain besides pregnancy, I'm just wondering how it feels to you.
Severe lower back pain in early pregnancy; will it ease? I am about five weeks pregnant, and am getting quite bad pain in my lower back which seems to be worse at night. This is my third pregnancy and I don't seem to remember this with the others (I know by now that no two are the same!) Just wondering if there's anything I can do to ease the pain and will it subside after a while. I have a two year old, and a five year old so generally need to be able to be quite active. Thanks for your help.
When did you start feeling back pain in pregnancy? I'm a little over 22 weeks with my first and I just started to have awful aching back pain on my middle-lower back and the back of my ribs area. I think its because I finally "popped" and I'm all belly. But the pain came on so suddenly and now I can't get comfortable in any position especially laying or sitting. Is this normal at 22 weeks?
How to relieve back pain in pregnancy? Especially when laying down? I'm 23 weeks and I just started having pretty bad lower/middle back pain within the past week or so. I want to avoid taking any medicine, anyone have suggestions?
What are the chances of physical therapy helping back pain in pregnancy? I was in the hospital yesterday with severe back pain as well a pelvic pain. A pain scale 1-10 I would say it is a 10 at times and can be constant especially at night. I tested negative for pre-term labor but they said I need to do physical therapy. What are the chances that physical therapy will help me? Does anyone have experience with it working and not working? I am 32 weeks pregnant.
What can i do to relieve lower back pain due to pregnancy? I have real severe lower back pain and it started just after 2 months of pregnancy. Its to the point my buttock hurts. I cant really move in bed, it literally hurts just to turn from side to side and laying on my back is worse. I am now limping because of this. Im 16 weeks far right now. Is there anything i can do or take to relieve this painful back?