Contrary to the general assumption that the treatment of diseases during pregnancy is only possible to a limited extent, there is a multitude of alternative therapy methods that can be applied to pregnant women without any problems. These include a series of exercises to release the blockage in the sacroiliac joint and to loosen and … ISG complaints during pregnancy – exercises
Physiotherapy Physiotherapy for ISG complaints during pregnancy can sometimes differ greatly from the treatment of a non-pregnant patient. While normally the problems are tried to be controlled with the help of mobilization, manipulation or massage techniques, this is only possible to a limited extent during pregnancy. Especially in more advanced stages of pregnancy, some of … Physiotherapy | ISG complaints during pregnancy – exercises
Employment ban Whether an employment prohibition is pronounced for a pregnant woman with ISG complaints always depends on the individual situation and the job to be performed. In general, a ban on employment should only be imposed if the activity to be performed would endanger the welfare of the mother or the unborn child. By … Employment ban | ISG complaints during pregnancy – exercises
Summary All in all, although the treatment options for ISG complaints during pregnancy are limited, those affected do not have to live with the pain. Thanks to a number of therapeutic approaches, it is possible to control the pain caused by the sacroiliac joint. The performance of various exercises is suitable for the acute treatment … Summary | ISG complaints during pregnancy – exercises
The actively non-moving joint connects the spine with the pelvis and is secured by a strong ligamentous apparatus. It plays a decisive role in our posture, as it distributes the weight of the upper body to the hip joints and legs when standing. When sitting, it transfers the weight to the ischial tuberosities and the … Physiotherapy at ISG Complaints during pregnancy
Exercises In physiotherapy, pregnant women learn specific exercises to loosen the tense back muscles and loosen the ISG blockade. The following exercises should be performed in consultation with the therapist. If the symptoms increase, the exercises must be discontinued. Loosening of the ISG joint: The pregnant woman lies down on her back and puts her … Exercises | Physiotherapy at ISG Complaints during pregnancy
ISG Blockade One speaks of an ISG blockage when the joint play is restricted or even eliminated. 60-80% of the population suffers from this blockade once in their life – mostly women in pregnancy. This is because from about the 6th week of pregnancy the body releases the hormone relaxin. It causes the ligaments of … ISG Blockade | Physiotherapy at ISG Complaints during pregnancy
Back pain Back pain occurs frequently during pregnancy – even more frequently in combination with ISG blockade. Thus nearly all pregnant women with ISG complaints suffer also from back pain. Because when the stabilizing ligaments of the sacroiliac joint loosen, the back muscles try to compensate for the instability. But since they are not actually … Back pain | Physiotherapy at ISG Complaints during pregnancy
Alternative treatment measures In addition to the treatment measures described above, pregnancy gymnastics, pregnancy yoga and acupuncture have also proven to be pain-relieving for ISG complaints. Movements in warm water can also relieve tension and improve mobility. Many pregnant women find it helpful to wear an abdominal belt in order to better distribute the increasing … Alternative treatment measures | Physiotherapy at ISG Complaints during pregnancy
Pregnancy During pregnancy, treatment/therapy may only be carried out in consultation with the doctor. During the first 3 months of pregnancy treatment is contraindicated because of the risk of miscarriage. Until the end of the pregnancy, gentle treatment may be used in consultation with the doctor. However, the therapist only works with mobilization and careful … Pregnancy | Physiotherapy for an ISG blockage
Biomechanics is particularly important to release the blockage. A forward rotation of the pelvic blades is combined with a flare of the pelvic blades (outflare) and an IR (internal rotation) of the hip joints. A backward rotation of the pelvic scoop is combined with an inward migration of the pelvic scoop and an outward rotation … Physiotherapy for an ISG blockage
Exercises In addition to the strengthening exercises mentioned above, the patient should also perform mobilization and stretching exercises. Supine position: alternately push the legs out so that movement is felt in the pelvis. Stand at the stairs: Push the affected leg to the underlying step so that the movement in the pelvis can be felt … Exercises | Physiotherapy for an ISG blockage
