Post-Partum Pelvic Instability

I’ve recently had an influx of pre and post partum patients come into my clinic with recurring themes of pelvic and low back pain, and instability. As a movement specialist and a skilled healer, I’m thrilled to have these special patients on board to begin their healing journey, alleviate pain, and resume regular activities.

Pain, whether it's in the pelvic area or elsewhere, can be debilitating and have negative effects on mental health. Understanding what's happening in the body can help speed up the healing process by guiding you to the right specialists for help.

Pelvic pain involves the bones, joints, muscles and nerves of the pelvic and lower-back region. The pelvis is made up of three separate bones that form a ring held together by ligaments and cartilage. Hormonal changes during pregnancy can cause these ligaments and cartilage to stretch and relax, leading to misalignment of the tissues, and can result in pain and difficulty moving.

It's important to note that this is a normal occurrence during pregnancy and does not happen to every woman. The pelvis needs to become more flexible in order to accommodate childbirth, but this does not always lead to pain.

Symptoms of pelvic instability include pain that is more intense at times and many report difficulty with daily activities such as standing, sitting, bending, and walking up and down stairs. To restore alignment and alleviate pain, the following exercises and stretches may be helpful;

• Child's Pose

• Legs Up the Wall

• Knee Pulls

• Glute Bridges

• Side Planks

Pelvic pain and instability are common issues amongst new mothers. With the help of pelvic health experts and targeted exercises, it can be managed and alleviated.