Throughout pregnancy, a woman’s body undergoes an array of transformations to accommodate the growing fetus. As the baby’s size increases, the mother’s center of gravity shifts forward, inducing added strain and discomfort in the lower back and pelvic joints. By the peak of pregnancy, the growing weight can exacerbate the curve in the lower back (known as the lordotic curve), potentially causing significant stress on the sacrum, vertebral joints, and hip joints.

The nervous system’s pathways, extending to all body parts, emanate from the spine. Compression of the spine can lead to irritation of these nerves, giving rise to pain radiating to different body areas. Pregnancy often triggers conditions like sciatica, characterized by pain radiating from the lower back down to the legs.

In cases where pre-existing spinal misalignment or a history of lower back problems exists, pregnancy can exacerbate the condition. The misalignment induced by pregnancy doesn’t necessarily self-correct post-pregnancy. Consequently, tasks such as carrying a baby on the front or back, breastfeeding, and bending to lift objects become significantly painful and challenging.