Postpartum Back Pain: Causes, Relief & Recovery

Question
HI Helen
I have developed lower back pain after 6 months of my delivery. My baby is now 10 months old, but i still get lower back pain . It increases a lot during the night and makes it tough for me to get any sleep. Can you please suggest me any remedies ?
Regards
Vsni


Answer
You could be dealing with any number of postpartum issues, such as dynamic instability in the lower spine or pelvis, disc problems associated with compression or alignment problems, or associated spine issues. Because your pain increases at night, this suggests that your problem is related to your basic movement patterns, and how your support (or don't support) your spine.

Get a referral to a PT or Chiropractor who specializes in postpartum problems who can accurately diagnose your problem and give the appropriate treatment.

Consider starting a postnatal exercise program that focuses on core strength and stability such  as my DVD "Bounce Back Fast! Post Natal Core Conditioning." Your baby is only going to get heavier, and you'll need more core strength to be able to prevent further problems.