Pregnancy back pain physiotherapy: A Literature Review

Abstract: Pregnancy is a big change for a woman and often brings various physical difficulties, with back pain being the most common. This pain mostly comes from changes in the body, like higher hormone levels, gaining weight, and body mechanics changing to support the fetus. Although usually temporary, back pain during pregnancy can heavily affect a woman's life, including her movement, daily tasks, and emotional health. Because of this, there is a rising need for good ways to manage it, and physiotherapy is becoming a key method to help. This article presents a narrative review focused on evaluating the effectiveness of physiotherapy in alleviating back pain during pregnancy. It examines contemporary research that highlights various treatment approaches and their corresponding outcomes. The significance of physiotherapy in managing back pain during pregnancy is increasingly recognized as both vital and beneficial. Through techniques such as manual therapy, tailored exercise regimens, and education on body mechanics, physiotherapy effectively alleviates discomfort and enables expectant mothers to maintain an active and autonomous lifestyle. Integrating physiotherapy into prenatal care represents a crucial strategy for enhancing maternal health and addressing the difficulties associated with pregnancy-related pain. Keywords: back pain, physiotherapy, pregnancy. Title: Pregnancy back pain physiotherapy: A Literature Review Author: Stefani Sevasti, Zacharis N. Dimitrios, Telo Michail, Aggelakou-Vaitsi Stamatina, Vaitsis Nikolaos, Makri Christina International Journal of Novel Research in Healthcare and Nursing ISSN 2394-7330 Vol. 12, Issue 1, January 2025 - April 2025 Page No: 44-52 Novelty Journals Website: www.noveltyjournals.com Published Date: 15-January-2025 DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.14651848 Paper Download Link (Source) https://www.noveltyjournals.com/upload/paper/Pregnancy%20back%20pain%20physiotherapy%20A%20Literature%20Review-15012025-4.pdf