Back Pain and Pregnancy

Colliton, Julie

doi:10.3810/psm.1996.07.1413

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“…The best combination of activities in local (in pregnant women—paraspinal) and anti-gravity muscles is achieved through exercises with the body load and a gradually increasing force of gravity. Then, segmental control exercises in the open kinematic chain and functional exercises are implemented [ 67 , 68 ].…”

Section: Locomotive Organs In Pregnant Womenmentioning

confidence: 99%

Visceral Therapy and Physical Activity for Selected Dysfunctions, with Particular Emphasis on Locomotive Organ Pain in Pregnant Women—Importance of Reducing Oxidative Stress

Wójcik¹,

Jarząbek-Bielecka

Merks

et al. 2022

Antioxidants

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Movement is a physiological phenomenon and a fundamental aspect of the living human body in a global context (e.g., musculoskeletal system function) and local one (e.g., visceral system function). The local activity of the body is expressed in the rhythm of pulsations, peristalsis and vibrations. Visceral therapy supports movement, articulation and tissue rhythm. The use of visceral treatment for pain is complementary and is relevant for pregnant women. Maintaining the mobility and motility of internal organs by means of visceral techniques can regulate anatomical relations and physiological processes within the urogenital diaphragm. The role of physical activity is also important. A scoping review was conducted to analyze the relevant literature on pain in pregnant women, the role of visceral therapy in pregnant women and oxidative stress. Eligible articles presented aspects of the occurrence of pain in locomotive organs in pregnant women, the use of visceral therapy in pain management, and the reduction of oxidative stress. The use of visceral therapy and physical activity in the treatment of pain is complementary and also important for pregnant women, and so may have an effect on reducing oxidative stress in pregnant women.

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Section: Locomotive Organs In Pregnant Womenmentioning

confidence: 99%

Visceral Therapy and Physical Activity for Selected Dysfunctions, with Particular Emphasis on Locomotive Organ Pain in Pregnant Women—Importance of Reducing Oxidative Stress

Wójcik¹,

Jarząbek-Bielecka

Merks

et al. 2022

Antioxidants

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“…The associated reduction in ligament rigidity is believed to weaken joint stability, which would place greater demand on stabilizing muscles (Granata & Marras, 2000). Many researchers have identified laxity as a contributing factor in pregnancy-related pelvic girdle pain (Damen et al, 2001; Larsen et al, 2013; Mens, Pool-Goudzwaard, & Stam, 2009), LBP (Colliton, 1999), and knee pain (Blecher & Richmond, 1998; Charlton, Coslett-Charlton, & Ciccotti, 2001; Dumas & Reid, 1997; Marnach et al, 2003; Schauberger et al, 1996; van Lunen, Roberts, Branch, & Dowling, 2003).…”

Section: Biomechanical Considerations For Manual Lifting During Pregnmentioning

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Provisional Recommended Weight Limits for Manual Lifting During Pregnancy

Waters

MacDonald²,

Hudock

et al. 2013

Hum Factors

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Objective The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Revised Lifting Equation (RNLE) was adapted to derive recommended weight limits (RWLs) for pregnant workers and to develop corresponding guidelines for clinicians. Background In the past three decades there has been a large increase in the number of women employed outside the home and remaining in the workforce during pregnancy. Practical authoritative guidelines based on accumulated evidence are needed to inform allowable work activity levels for healthy pregnant workers. Method Empirically based lifting criteria established by NIOSH to reduce the risk of overexertion injuries in the general U.S. working population were evaluated for application to pregnant workers. Our evaluation included an extensive review of the literature linking occupational lifting to maternal and fetal health. Decision logic and supporting literature are presented, along with computational details. Results Provisional RWLs for pregnant workers were derived from the RNLE, along with guidelines for clinicians. The guidelines advise against pregnant workers lifting below midshin and overhead. Conclusion Based on our review of the available evidence, we present lifting thresholds that most pregnant workers with uncomplicated pregnancies should be able to perform without increased risk of adverse maternal and fetal health consequences. Except for restrictions involving lifting from the floor and overhead, the provisional guidelines presented are compatible with NIOSH lifting recommendations adopted in the early 1990s for the general working population. Application Implementation of these provisional guidelines could protect millions of female workers in the work-place from fetal and maternal lifting-related health problems.

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Lumbar lordosis

2014

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Lumbar lordosis is a key postural component that has interested both clinicians and researchers for many years. Despite its wide use in assessing postural abnormalities, there remain many unanswered questions regarding lumbar lordosis measurements. Therefore, in this article we reviewed different factors associated with the lordosis angle based on existing literature and determined normal values of lordosis. We reviewed more than 120 articles that measure and describe the different factors associated with the lumbar lordosis angle. Because of a variety of factors influencing the evaluation of lumbar lordosis such as how to position the patient and the number of vertebrae included in the calculation, we recommend establishing a uniform method of evaluating the lordosis angle. Based on our review, it seems that the optimal position for radiologic measurement of lordosis is standing with arms supported while shoulders are flexed at a 30° angle. There is evidence that many factors, such as age, gender, body mass index, ethnicity, and sport, may affect the lordosis angle, making it difficult to determine uniform normal values. Normal lordosis should be determined based on the specific characteristics of each individual; we therefore presented normal lordosis values for different groups/populations. There is also evidence that the lumbar lordosis angle is positively and significantly associated with spondylolysis and isthmic spondylolisthesis. However, no association has been found with other spinal degenerative features. Inconclusive evidence exists for association between lordosis and low back pain. Additional studies are needed to evaluate these associations. The optimal lordotic range remains unknown and may be related to a variety of individual factors such as weight, activity, muscular strength, and flexibility of the spine and lower extremities.

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Back Pain and Pregnancy

Cited by 12 publications

References 11 publications

Visceral Therapy and Physical Activity for Selected Dysfunctions, with Particular Emphasis on Locomotive Organ Pain in Pregnant Women—Importance of Reducing Oxidative Stress

Visceral Therapy and Physical Activity for Selected Dysfunctions, with Particular Emphasis on Locomotive Organ Pain in Pregnant Women—Importance of Reducing Oxidative Stress

Provisional Recommended Weight Limits for Manual Lifting During Pregnancy

Lumbar lordosis

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