5. Try something hot, cold, or a massage
Use hot pads to warm up your back, or fill your ice box with something hot. Rubbing your back also helps. But it is better if you ask someone else to rub your back or you can also schedule a massage before labor.
6. Include physical activities in your daily routine
Regular physical activities can keep your back strong and are also able to get rid of back pain during pregnancy. With doctor’s approval, try to do light activities or some pregnancy exercises – such as walking or swimming.
You can also stretch your lower back. Rest your hands and knees with your head on a line with your back. Pull in your stomach, twist your back slowly. Hold for a few seconds, then relax your stomach and back – make sure your back is as flat as possible. Repeat for 10 times. Ask your doctor about the stretching exercise.
7. Consider some additional therapies
The results of a few researches suggested that acupuncture would help getting rid of back pain during pregnancy. Chiropractic treatment offers comforts for a few women. If you are considering some additional therapies, discuss the available choices with your doctor first because the back pain you are having might be caused by other factors.
Know when to go to the doctor
Even though it’s a common thing, back pain during pregnancy is not something you should ignore. Talk to your doctor if your back pain still continues after trying the methods above. Taking medicines like acetaminophen (Tylenol, etc.) may be unnecessary, but the most important thing is you should go to do some check-ups. Besides, you need to know that back pain is also a symptom before labor – and severe back pain or back pain with bleeding indicates some problems that prompt attentions. If you are concerned about back pain during pregnancy, let your doctor know immediately.
