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We provide pelvic pain relief for pregnant women here at Osteopathic Healing Hands.
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Is your pelvic pain during pregnancy interfering with your daily life?
Is sex painful? Are you struggling with constipation?
If you’re experiencing discomfort due to your pregnancy and Tylenol isn’t providing relief, we can help.
We offer Pelvic Pain Pregnancy Treatment in Houston using Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT), a natural alternative at our clinic, Osteopathic Healing Hand. Visit us today or book your appointment online.
Studies have shown:
The pelvic floor is made up of several soft tissues, the most important being a sheet of strong muscles that form a hammock to support the organs in the pelvis. During pregnancy, the body undergoes significant changes to accommodate the growing baby and expanding uterus. These changes usually cause strain and lower pelvic pain pregnancy. A hormone called relaxin is released during pregnancy to prepare the pelvis for delivery. While relaxin helps make the ligaments more flexible, it can also lead to pain and discomfort.
The muscles in women have three openings: the front opening of the urethra (for urination), the middle opening (vagina), and the back opening (rectum, allowing for bowel movements). These muscles are what you strengthen when doing Kegel exercises.
These muscles are also involved when your OB or midwife asks you to push or bear down during labor, much like you’re trying to have a bowel movement when you’re constipated. The health and function of these muscles are crucial because pelvic floor pain during pregnancy can lead to issues like painful sex, constipation, and even more difficult childbirth.
Whether you’re dealing with pelvic pain early pregnancy or need pregnancy pelvic pain relief, Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT) offers a natural, effective solution to help alleviate your symptoms.
Next sectionThe symptoms may be dull or sharp; persistent or intermittent; mild to severe, and can extend to your lower back or thighs. The common symptoms are:
The common causes of pain in early pregnancy (4 weeks or more) include inflammatory disease (infection of the reproductive organs), urinary tract infection, ectopic pregnancy (pregnancy that occurs outside the uterus), endometriosis (abnormal growth of uterine lining), spasm or tension in the pelvic floor muscles, and uterine fibroids (non-cancerous uterine growths).
Next sectionThe cause can be diagnosed by observing your pain symptoms, reviewing your medical history, and performing an examination. For additional information, blood tests, urine and culture tests, pregnancy tests, and imaging studies may be ordered (X-ray, ultrasound, CT, and MRI scans)
Next sectionTreatment depends on the cause of pain, intensity, and frequency of the pain.
Conservative management includes rest, osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT), and certain exercises to provide pelvic pain relief in pregnancy. If you’re searching for a pregnancy osteopath, a qualified specialist can help manage discomfort with hands-on techniques.
Different home remedies, exercises, and medications can help relieve pregnancy pelvic pain relief, especially in the third trimester. Simple strategies such as prenatal stretches, proper posture, and warm baths can ease discomfort.
Medication will depend on the cause of your pain and may include painkillers, muscle relaxants, and antibiotics. Hormonal medications may be prescribed for pain relief during menstruation. In cases of banik pain, targeted therapies might be recommended. Surgery may be considered for patients with ectopic pregnancy, chronic pain due to endometriosis, and other conditions affecting pelvic health.
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Frequently asked questions
Can osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) help during pregnancy?
OMT uses gentle, physician-applied techniques tailored to each stage of pregnancy. Many Houston patients share they feel more mobile, experience fewer aches, and rest more comfortably after sessions. Results vary, and Dr. Payel Banik, DO, will customize care based on your health history and goals.
Why do my back and hips ache more as my belly grows?
As your center of gravity shifts, your back and hip muscles take on extra work. The hormone relaxin also loosens ligaments in the back and pelvis to prepare for delivery—which may contribute to pubic symphysis discomfort and low-back pain. Our physician-led, hands-on care aims to reduce strain patterns and support easier movement.
What is round ligament pain and why does it feel like a sharp “tug”?
Imagine your uterus like a hot-air balloon. The “ropes” that help suspend it are your round ligaments. Sudden position changes (rolling in bed, standing quickly) can “tug” on these ligaments and create brief, sharp pain. Gentle osteopathic techniques are designed to ease surrounding tension, and many patients report fewer jolts as their bodies adapt.
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