Backache in pregnancy is one of the most common complaints women have. Up to 90% of women may experience backache during their pregnancy. Backache is pain in the upper or lower back. During pregnancy, the weight of the baby and stretching of ligaments often cause back pain, especially during the last trimester. In your eighth month, when you're near the end of pregnancy, the ache can get really bad. Simple massage with base oil may be sufficient to ease backache but can be enhance by the use of some essential oils. Some exercise and treatment can also relieve backache, but prevention is always better than cure. To avoid backache problem, try the following:
- Avoid standing for long periods.
- Avoid excessive strain and fatigue that can contribute to backache
- It is beneficial to keep an upright posture when gardening, vacuuming, and lifting.
- Avoid heavy lifting, or when lifting a heavy weight, try to hold it close to the body.
- Sit with your back straight and well supported.
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