Pregnancy And Baby Care Conditions During Pregnancy Muscle Pain During Pregnancy

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The weight of the uterus and baby causes a change in posture, with the mother-to-be tilting backwards. This is the main cause of abdominal muscle pain during pregnancy. In addition, as the tummy grows, sleeping in a comfortable posture becomes impossible. This adds to back pain and abdominal pain during pregnancy.  The weight of the baby and uterus also exert pressure on the pelvic floor muscles resulting in pelvic muscle pain during pregnancy. Pressure is also exerted on the lower back and hips as a result of the increasing uterine weight and altered posture. This could also result in groin muscle pain during pregnancy. During pregnancy, blood flow to the pelvic region increases manifold. This causes the blood vessels in the vaginal area to get engorged with blood and this is known to result in vaginal muscle pain during pregnancy.

During childbirth, the stretching of the birth canal to allow the smooth passage of the baby into the outside world also causes a strain on the vaginal muscles.

A sluggish digestive system could lead to a strain on the stomach resulting in stomach muscle pain during pregnancy. The legs bear the increasing weight and therefore, leg pain, especially calf muscle pain during pregnancy becomes unavoidable. Leg muscle pain during pregnancy could also be caused by the use of uncomfortable footwear, bad posture, poor blood circulation to the limbs, water retention as well as maintaining a single posture for long periods of time.

A warm bath helps in relaxing the muscles and minimizing pain. Trying to maintain a good posture as far as possible will be useful. To reduce the discomfort caused by these aches and pains, avoid wearing high-heeled uncomfortable footwear. While sleeping, placing a pillow between your legs will prove beneficial to some extent. Drinking plenty of water will reduce the risks of water retention. Regular non-strenuous physical exercise will also prove beneficial in reducing muscle related pain.