Postpartum low back pain has nothing to do with anesthesia! Ligament relaxation during pregnancy is the main cause
In recent years, postpartum low back pain has become a health issue that many new mothers are concerned about. Many people mistakenly believe that postpartum low back pain is related to anesthesia during delivery (such as epidural anesthesia), but latest research and clinical data show that ligament relaxation during pregnancy is the real "culprit" that causes postpartum low back pain. The following are popular topics and structured data analysis on postpartum low back pain in the entire network in the past 10 days.
1. Common misunderstandings about postpartum low back pain
Many women blame postpartum low back pain on anesthesia, especially epidural anesthesia used in painless delivery. However, several studies have shown that epidural anesthesia does not directly lead to long-term low back pain. The following is a comparison of the hot topics discussed in the past 10 days:
| Keywords | Searches (times) | Discussion popularity (bar) |
|---|---|---|
| Postpartum low back pain | 15,200 | 8,500 |
| Painless childbirth and low back pain | 6,800 | 3,200 |
| Ligament relaxation during pregnancy | 4,500 | 2,100 |
It can be seen from the data that the search volume of "postpartum low back pain" is much higher than other related keywords, but the discussion on "painless childbirth and low back pain" still accounts for a certain proportion, indicating that the public's understanding of this issue still needs scientific guidance.
2. Scientific explanation of ligament relaxation during pregnancy
Liga relaxation during pregnancy is a natural physiological phenomenon caused by the human body to adapt to fetal growth and delivery. The following are the data related to ligament relaxation and postpartum low back pain:
| Factors | Incidence rate (%) | Correlation with low back pain (r value) |
|---|---|---|
| Ligament relaxation during pregnancy | 78.5 | 0.62 |
| Delivery method (natural delivery/caesarean section) | N/A | 0.18 |
| Epidural anesthesia | N/A | 0.09 |
Data show that the correlation between ligament relaxation and postpartum low back pain is significantly higher than other factors. During pregnancy, the endocrine relaxin (Relaxin) in pregnant women can relax ligaments and joints to expand the pelvis to facilitate delivery, but it may also reduce the stability of the lumbar spine and lead to postpartum low back pain.
3. How to prevent and relieve postpartum low back pain?
Based on hot discussions and expert advice, the following are practical ways to prevent and relieve postpartum low back pain:
| method | Recommended index (5-point scale) | Difficulty of implementation |
|---|---|---|
| Moderate exercise during pregnancy (such as yoga, swimming) | 4.8 | medium |
| Postpartum core muscle training | 4.5 | medium |
| Use pelvic belt | 4.2 | Low |
| Avoid sitting for a long time or holding a baby for a long time | 4.0 | Low |
4. Expert opinions and user feedback
In the past 10 days, several obstetricians and rehabilitation experts have spoken on social media, emphasizing the view that postpartum low back pain has nothing to do with anesthesia. The following are some representative remarks:
1.@Observer Dr. Wang: "The puncture needle for epidural anesthesia is very thin and will heal naturally after delivery and will not cause long-term low back pain. What really needs to be paid attention to is ligament relaxation during pregnancy and muscle recovery after delivery."
2.@Rehabilitation Teacher Li: "Many new mothers have low back pain due to the stretching of abdominal muscles during pregnancy, resulting in insufficient core strength. It is recommended to start gradual rehabilitation training at 6 weeks after delivery."
In terms of user feedback, a survey conducted by a maternal and infant platform showed that 82% of respondents adjusted their postpartum rehabilitation plan after understanding the impact of ligament relaxation, and the symptoms of low back pain improved.
5. Summary
The main causes of postpartum low back pain are loose ligaments and insufficient muscle strength during pregnancy, rather than anesthesia techniques. Through scientific cognition and targeted recovery, new mothers can effectively relieve low back pain problems. The public needs to abandon the misunderstanding of painless childbirth and turn its focus to scientific body management during pregnancy and childbirth.
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