What is causing this discomfort while running/walking?

mizrunzou

Hi Ladies.

I have been running pretty regularly (about 4-5x week, only 3-4.5 miles) since about 11 weeks (when i got over the 1st tri hump!).  I have just recently noticed a general discomfort in my pelvic region - it is NOT a  pain persay...it feels more like pressure or soreness....and it is not in my abdomen.  I started noticing it during my runs.  It is most noticable when I start to run (even after just stopping for a stoplight - I live in the city), but if I get into a groove after I've warmed up and don't have to start/stop, I feel pretty good.

I've noticed this discomfort has now stayed with me most of the day - when I get up after sitting or spread my legs, etc. I feel the discomfort...Any idea what is causing this?  Is there anything I can do to relieve it while I run/walk?  I wouldn't think a maternity support belt would help, as I'm not experiencing any pain in my back. 

TIA!

meg211

Round ligament pain maybe?  I noticed around week 20 that running wasn't comfortable for me anymore, and I made the switch to uphill treadmill walking then. 

Around that time I also found out I developed an inguinal hernia on one side of my pelvic area above my bikini line.  I felt an achiness for a little while if I was on my feet too long, and then started to notice a golf ball lump that would go away if I laid down, but pop out when I stood up.  Hoping its not this for you!  More likely just your body's way of asking you to slow down a bit?  Keep excercising, just maybe try something less jarring on your joints?

lildevil968

Have you tried a belly support?

buggs

Your pelvic bone (pubis symphysis diastasis) is separating some.  It is pretty common but some people have severe pain.  I had it and it hurt alot when I spread my legs, especiall when getting out of the car, rolling over, etc.  I had to stop running around 20 weeks, but still walked some.  It would hurt alot after walking to, but not as bad during.  I did the elliptical alot and oddly that didn't bother me too much.