Sacro Illiac & Being pregnant

[Kim1284]

I am 25 yrs old i have a couple bulging discs and compressed nerve in my lower back after i had my first daughter at 21 my SI started popping out i had problems with it for a while but then for the last year it hasnt really been a big deal now i am pregnant with my second child and every time i move it seems like im having someone pop my back in just about everyday i am goin to see my baby doc at the end of the month does anyone know if it is safe to go to physical therapy for my back while being pregnant or does anyone know where i can look to find information about it? Ive never did research on the problem or nothing i dont even take any kind of pills for it cause im afraid to hurt the baby but i just need to know what choices are out there for women with back problems and being pregnant. if anyone could help me id apreciate it ...

kim

[Osteo]

Kim,
It is possible that the SI joint dysfunction you appear to be suffering from may be due to ligament laxity initiated in the final trimester of your first pregnancy. The hormone Relaxin is secreated at this stage of labour to allow the pelvis to widen in anticipation of child birth. In some cases these ligaments never return to their original length and can therefore cause increased mobility on the joints that they are protecting. SI joint and particularly PSD (Pubic Symphysis Dysfunction) are common after child birth in many women. The two joints mentioned are closely related to each other functionally. Supplements may be of use. As for you question on seeing a manual therapist whilst pregnant, this should not present a problem to either yourself plus one or the therapist.