
08/18/2025
🤰 Back Pain During Pregnancy? It Might Be More Than Just Posture 🤕
While it’s common to experience discomfort during pregnancy, persistent back pain that radiates into the legs or causes numbness could signal a herniated disc.
A herniated disc happens when the soft center of a spinal disc pushes through the tougher outer layer—often irritating nearby nerves. Pregnancy can make this worse due to added weight, posture shifts, and hormonal changes that relax joints and ligaments.
Common symptoms to watch for:
- Lower back pain with leg pain or numbness
- Tingling or weakness in the feet or legs
- Difficulty walking or standing for long periods
So what are your options for safe relief during pregnancy?
Most begin with conservative care like:
✅ Physical therapy tailored to strengthen core muscles safely
✅ Heat and cold therapy to reduce inflammation
✅ Massage, acupuncture, and light exercise for better mobility
Pain medications are limited during pregnancy—NSAIDs are generally avoided—so acetaminophen may be used under a doctor’s supervision.
Surgery? It’s rare during pregnancy and only considered in severe cases.
For those still struggling after delivery—or those concerned about long-term spine health—there are options beyond surgery.
The Discseel® Procedure may provide lasting relief for patients with ongoing disc damage after pregnancy. It’s a non-surgical treatment designed to seal and heal the affected discs using a natural fibrin sealant—helping restore spine function without cutting or implants.
Discseel® is one of several advanced treatments available for patients who want relief without the risks of spinal surgery.
Learn more about diagnosing herniated discs during pregnancy, safe management strategies, and what to do if symptoms don’t go away after giving birth:
👉 https://www.performancepain.com/blog/pregnancy-and-herniated-disc
Have you experienced back pain during or after pregnancy? What helped ease your symptoms? Let’s share insights below ⬇️