🔴 NYERI PUNGGUNG SAAT HAMIL: PENYEBAB DAN CARA MENGATASINYA 🔴 | DR TONY SETIOBUDI

Summary

This video offers practical advice for pregnant women dealing with back pain, a common issue during pregnancy. Dr. Tony Seyabudi, a spine specialist, explains the causes of back pain, such as hormonal changes, weight gain, and altered posture. He provides simple solutions to alleviate discomfort, including staying active, maintaining proper posture, and using heat/cold compresses. The video also emphasizes the importance of listening to one's body and consulting a doctor if the pain worsens. With a focus on comfort and self-care, it offers valuable tips for a healthier pregnancy journey.

Takeaways

• 😀 Back pain during pregnancy is common and can be caused by hormonal changes, weight gain, and postural shifts.
• 😀 The hormone relaxin helps relax ligaments and joints, particularly in the pelvis, which can affect body stability and lead to back pain.
• 😀 Weight gain during pregnancy puts additional pressure on the lower back, especially around the belly area.
• 😀 Changes in posture due to a growing belly can cause the center of gravity to shift forward, increasing strain on the lower back.
• 😀 Weakening abdominal muscles, especially the rectus abdominus, can decrease core stability, putting more strain on the lower back.
• 😀 Staying active during pregnancy, with light activities like walking, swimming, and stretching, can strengthen back and core muscles.
• 😀 Good posture, such as standing upright and sitting properly, helps reduce the strain on your spine and can alleviate back pain.
• 😀 Using hot packs or cold compresses on painful areas can provide relief, but it’s best to try both and choose the one that works for you.
• 😀 Maternity belts can support the lower back and distribute weight more evenly, helping to relieve back pain and improve posture.
• 😀 Pelvic floor exercises like Kegel exercises strengthen muscles, improve posture, and help prepare your body for childbirth and recovery.
• 😀 Always listen to your body and consult a doctor if you experience severe or persistent back pain, fever, chills, or difficulty walking.

Q & A

What causes back pain during pregnancy?

Back pain during pregnancy is caused by several factors including hormonal changes, weight gain, postural shifts, and weakened core muscles. Hormones like relaxin loosen ligaments and joints, and the added weight from the growing baby increases pressure on the lower back.

How does the hormone relaxin contribute to back pain?

Relaxin helps to relax ligaments and joints, particularly around the pelvis, to prepare the body for childbirth. However, this also makes the joints less stable, which can lead to back pain and discomfort.

Why does weight gain lead to back pain during pregnancy?

As the baby grows, the mother’s weight increases, which places additional strain on the lower back. This pressure is especially felt in the abdominal area, leading to discomfort in the spine.

How does pregnancy affect posture and contribute to back pain?

As the belly grows, the center of gravity shifts forward, causing the body to lean forward to maintain balance. This can lead to poor posture, especially the tendency to arch the back, which increases pressure on the lower back.

What role does the core muscle play in preventing back pain during pregnancy?

The core muscles, particularly the abdominal muscles, provide support to the spine. During pregnancy, these muscles may weaken or stretch, reducing spinal stability and increasing the risk of back pain.

What are some effective ways to relieve back pain during pregnancy?

Effective methods to relieve back pain include staying active with light exercises, maintaining good posture, using hot or cold packs, wearing a maternity belt for support, and performing exercises to strengthen the core and pelvic floor.

How does staying active help with back pain relief during pregnancy?

Staying active, such as walking or swimming, helps strengthen the back and core muscles, improves flexibility, and supports overall physical health, which can reduce back pain and improve comfort during pregnancy.

What is the proper posture to adopt during pregnancy to avoid back pain?

To prevent back pain, maintain an upright posture with your shoulders back and your weight evenly distributed. Avoid slouching or arching your back excessively, as this can strain your spine.

When should pregnant women seek medical help for back pain?

Pregnant women should consult a doctor if they experience severe, persistent back pain that does not improve with rest, if the pain is accompanied by fever, chills, or difficulty walking, or if there are sudden changes in the pain or new symptoms.

What is the benefit of using a maternity belt during pregnancy?

A maternity belt provides additional support to the lower back and abdomen, helps distribute weight more evenly, and improves posture, reducing the pressure on the spine and alleviating back pain.