Pregnancy and Back Pain

Back Pain in Pregnancy

Peer-Reviewed Article

Pregnancy-related back pain is common due to weight gain, posture changes, and hormonal factors, with various treatments available.

Pregnant woman grabbing her lower back in pain.

Overview

Pregnant woman grabbing her lower back in pain.

Back Pain in Pregnancy

Woman grabbing her back in pain

Back Pain After Pregnancy

Types of Back Pain in Pregnancy

Causes and Diagnosis

Pregnancy silhouette highlighting back pain points.

Common Causes of Back Pain in Pregnancy

Treatment

Pregnant women doing the back stretch

Stretching Exercises for Back Pain During Pregnancy

Pregnant women in a yoga class.

Strengthening Exercises for Back Pain During Pregnancy

Pregnant woman performing exercises on an exercise ball.

Exercise for Back Pain During Pregnancy

woman jogging with back pain outdoors

Management of Back Pain in Pregnancy