Saed News: Walking in water is absolutely beneficial for reducing back pain during pregnancy because the buoyancy of water reduces body weight.
According to SAEDNEWS, quoting Hamshahri, Vida Setayesh said about back pain during pregnancy: “During the second and third trimesters, the weight of the uterus and fetus increases significantly. This extra weight puts additional pressure on the supporting ligaments and the spine. As a result, the curve of the lower back increases and the mother’s body balance changes. These biomechanical changes place stress on the muscles and joints of the back and cause pain.”
She emphasized that maintaining the correct posture while sitting, standing, and sleeping is vital for reducing this pressure.
Setayesh explained regarding the timing of pain and distinguishing it from other complications: “Back pain is usually felt more at night because the body is under pressure from activities during the day, and symptoms become more noticeable during rest at night. However, if daily activity is excessive, the pain can also intensify during the day.”
She continued: “Back pain can sometimes be confused with pelvic pain, especially pubic syndrome (sacroiliac joint pain). During pregnancy, pain in the abdomen, pelvis, and back often occurs together, making it difficult for the mother to identify the exact source of pain. Careful evaluation of symptoms and clinical examination is necessary.”
This midwife explained regarding different tools and methods: “Using electric massage devices on the lower back during pregnancy is not allowed. Also, calcium and magnesium deficiency may cause bone pain, but their direct effect on back pain is not as clear as potassium deficiency, which causes leg cramps, and requires more detailed examination.”
She added that using orthopedic insoles in shoes can be very helpful and reduce additional pressure on the spine. “Walking in water, because of the buoyancy that reduces body weight, is one hundred percent beneficial for reducing back pain.”
Setayesh pointed to the effect of back pain on sleep and stated: “Using a pregnancy support belt helps gather the weight of the abdomen and reduce pressure on the back. Also, while standing or doing light activities, placing one foot on a short footrest can reduce back strain.”
She stressed: “However, it should be accepted that back pain is one of the natural and unavoidable complications of pregnancy, and management should focus on reducing its severity rather than eliminating it completely.”
This midwife said regarding recovery after childbirth: “Physiotherapy after delivery is highly recommended for returning the body to its normal condition. Although there is no 100 percent guarantee of complete recovery, physiotherapy can greatly help strengthen pelvic floor muscles, improve body posture, and reduce remaining pain.”
