Almost 50–70% of pregnant women experience backache, particularly in the lower back. It usually starts in the second trimester, when your belly begins to grow, but for some women, it may appear ...

Of all the pregnancy aches and pains, lower back pain is high on the "ugh" list – especially in the second and third trimesters. From a growing belly to shifting posture and loosening joints, there's ...

About half to three-quarters of expectant mothers experience pain during pregnancy that is largely untreated, contributing to preventable suffering and harm. Many mothers avoid medications and ...

Right side back pain during pregnancy can be due to the growing uterus, weight gain, pregnancy hormones, and the separation of the abdominal muscles. Some pregnancy complications can also cause back ...

For those cleared by their doctor to exercise, strength and cardio workouts during all four trimesters of pregnancy are not only safe, they are healthy for you and your baby. I know firsthand that ...

Upper backache during pregnancy may be due to posture changes, added weight, or pregnancy complications. Supportive chairs, posture adjustments, and certain exercises may help. Body changes during ...

Julie Vignato received funding from the National Institutes of Health. She is a member and Leadership Scholar with the United States Association for the Study of Pain. About half to three-quarters of ...