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Hip / Spine Instability

scottenscotten member
in June 2016 Moms
I have been experiencing a lot of lower back pain this pregnancy (currently 15+3). It just feels like the muscles around my spine and my hips are stretching, as they should be, but nothing is stabilizing the lower back. Does anyone have experience with this, and maybe know of a back brace/support that could be worn during pregnancy?

I have a lot of experience with back issues (I had scoliosis and spinal fusion as a teen), but I didn't quite experience this instability feeling with my first pregnancy. Just curious if anyone has any suggestions! I see my OB Monday, so I will ask her then, too.
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Re: Hip / Spine Instability

  • meggymemeggyme member
    With your growing belly your center of gravity is changing, which could alter the way you are sitting/walking. And now your muscles are trying to catch up.

    Have you ever seen a physical therapist or sports trainer? It could be that the muscles supporting your back are weak. I don't remember if you should strengthen your core or back to fix it.

    That's my guess from my experience being on the athlete side of sports medicine.
    DD1: June '16 DD2: March ‘19 :::: Married since 2011 :::: USN Wife ::::
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  • dani_0921dani_0921 member
    I am actually going to physical therapy for this! She has been working on my alignment, as well as strengthening core muscles to better hold everything in place. My OB actually referred me, and so far it seems to be helping. 

    I hope you get it straightened out! I know how painful it can be. I was having problems walking for a while.
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