Painful to sit in pregnancy?
One of the most common aches in pregnancy is tailbone pain. The tailbone mostly refers to the coccyx bone (small triangle bone at the base of your spine). In pregnancy the hormone Relaxin can create havoc on the body. It loosens the joints and ligaments which is necessary for pregnancy but it can make aches, pains and unstable joints. The tailbone is no except to this and become very uncomfortable in some pregnant women.
How to help ease the pain:
Be mindful of how you sit?
Hard chairs in particular aggravate tailbone pain. Try sitting on a softer surface, or on a pillow. This helps take the direct pressure off the coccyx.
Keep active
Don’t sit for extended periods. Whilst at work especially, remain active. Aim to stand up every 20minutes to reset your posture and ‘wake up your muscles up’. Then every hour walk to the kitchen and get a glass of water. By moving you are engaging your muscles, increasing blood flow and reducing inflammation.
Be mindful of your posture
Are you sitting up straight? Is your lower back arched? Are your shoulders rounded forwards? Naturally your spinal curves change with pregnancy but trying to maintain a good posture helps avoid aches and pains.
Gentle stretches
Ask your health professional for some exercises you can do to help reduce the strain on your tailbone.
Apply heat
You can try sitting on a warm wheat bag.
How can osteopathy help?
Embarking on the incredible journey of pregnancy comes with its share of wonders, but for some, it also brings about the challenge of tailbone or coccyx pain. Enter osteopathic treatment, a tailored and holistic approach that seeks not only to address the pain but to understand its roots. Osteopathy is more than a quick fix; it's about identifying the why behind your discomfort. Are your surrounding muscles too tight? Is your pelvis subtly 'out of alignment' or twisted? These questions guide the osteopath in creating a personalized plan for your relief.
Unlike targeted treatments that focus solely on the sore area, osteopathy takes a whole-body approach. We examine and treat from the neck down, ensuring that every part of your body is working harmoniously. By addressing the interconnectedness of the body, osteopathy promotes free movement and alleviates strain on the specific area causing you pain, allowing for comprehensive relief.
Furthermore, it's crucial to note that osteopathic treatment is not only effective but also safe during any stage of pregnancy and postpartum. The gentle, hands-on techniques used in osteopathy respect the unique needs of expectant mothers, providing a safe and nurturing environment for both mom and baby.
If you're ready to bid farewell to tailbone discomfort and embrace a more comfortable pregnancy journey, consider osteopathy as your ally. Book your appointment today and let the healing touch of osteopathy guide you toward relief and well-being. Your body deserves the care and attention to make your pregnancy experience as joyful and pain-free as possible!