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Backache in pregnancy.

M J Mantle, R M Greenwood, H L Currey

    Rheumatology and Rehabilitation
    |May 1, 1977
    PubMed
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    Pregnancy backache affects nearly half of women, worsening with age and parity. Factors like height, weight, and baby

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    Area of Science:

    • Obstetrics and Gynecology
    • Musculoskeletal Health
    • Public Health

    Background:

    • Backache during pregnancy is a common complaint.
    • Understanding its prevalence and associated factors is crucial for maternal care.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the prevalence of pregnancy-related backache.
    • To identify factors associated with its occurrence and severity.
    • To explore differences between pregnancy backache and non-pregnant mechanical back pain.

    Main Methods:

    • A questionnaire was administered to 180 women post-delivery at The London Hospital.
    • Data collected included backache experience, severity, and potential influencing factors.
    • Analysis examined associations with maternal age, parity, physical characteristics, and physiotherapy attendance.

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    Main Results:

    • 48% of women reported backache during pregnancy, with one-third experiencing severe pain.
    • Backache prevalence increased with maternal age and parity.
    • No significant association was found with height, weight, obesity index, weight gain, or infant's birth weight.
    • Some differences were noted in aggravating/relieving factors compared to non-pregnant mechanical back pain.
    • Antenatal physiotherapy attendance showed a non-significant trend towards reduced backache.

    Conclusions:

    • Pregnancy-related backache is highly prevalent and influenced by age and parity.
    • Certain common risk factors for mechanical back pain do not appear to apply to pregnancy backache.
    • While physiotherapy may offer some benefit, clear protective effects were not demonstrated in this study.