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Back pain during pregnancy: 7 tips for relief
4. Sleep on your side
6. Include physical activity in your daily routine
Know when to consult your health care provider
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1. Practice good posture
2. Get the right gear
3. Lift properly
4. If possible, sleep on your side
5. Try heat, cold or massage
6. Stay active
7. Consider complementary therapies
Know when to call your healthcare professional
6. Include physical activity in your daily routine
Know when to consult your health care provider
Content
1. Practice good posture
2. Get the right gear
3. Lift properly
4. If possible, sleep on your side
5. Try heat, cold or massage
6. Stay active
7. Consider complementary therapies
Know when to call your healthcare professional
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Back pain during pregnancy is common. Changes in the body often play a role in that. You gain weight. Your center of gravity changes. Muscles in the stomach area that support the spine stretch and weaken. Hormones relax connective bands of tissue, called ligaments, in the joints of your pelvis.
Often, though, you can prevent or ease back pain during pregnancy. Try these seven ways to get relief.