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The Relationship Between Sciatica and Pregnancy

Sciatica and pregnancy are closely related in a way. As the baby gets bigger during pregnancy, its head pushes against the mother's pelvic bones. This pressure may damage the sciatic nerves in the back and buttocks causing severe pain, weakness, and numbness. Also, bad posture due to the baby's weight causes extra strain on the back resulting in added discomfort.

Although some women grow out of their pain later in their pregnancy and others eventually after giving birth to their child, there are some that still experience discomfort after giving birth. If you are one of these mothers, then consider doing some of these helpful things to reduce the discomfort.

The same methods used to treat general sciatica can be used to treat pregnancy sciatica. Doctors recommend lying on a firm mattress or on the floor with pillows under the knees. Try to live an active life, but avoid doing anything that causes any pain. Keep your posture straight. Also, do not sit, stand or walk for a prolonged period of time. Light exercises specially designed for pregnant women are helpful in lessening sciatic symptoms. Another solution is to apply heated water bottles or ice packs on the pained region to reduce the discomfort.

If the pain persists or gets worse, then you should definitely talk to your doctor.

Please check out the links below to find more about sciatica and pregnancy sciatica. These are helpful links that we've compiled specifically about sciatica and pregnancy sciatica.

And be sure to check out our pages about What Is Sciatica, Sciatica Symptoms, Sciatica Pain, Sciatica Treatment, and Sciatica Relief elsewhere on this site.

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