Thigh pain during pregnancy

Pregnancy can — as anyone who has experienced it — cause discomfort from start to finish, with the nature of your complaints evolving as your pregnancy progresses.

Thigh pain is one of the possible "side effects" or "symptoms" of pregnancy, especially during the third trimester, and it can cause great discomfort and anxiety to a future mother. One of the most common unwanted side effects many people experience during pregnancy is hip, thigh or back pain.

We don't have to tell you that pregnancy brings a cascade of hormonal changes, and the woman is under a great deal of stress, along with the body. The physical stress of pregnancy is especially felt during the third trimester, when the baby is growing in weight. So pain in the thigh area can be developed during pregnancy and there are several reasons for this.

Inner Thigh Pain During Pregnancy

SPD or symphysis pubis dysfunction is a condition caused by a relaxation in the tight position of the ligaments of the pelvic bone, and this occurs at the symphysis pubis, which is located in the pubic area. The symphysis pubis is a joint that becomes loose during pregnancy because of the effects of the hormone relaxin.

The baby can be delivered more safely and easily when the ligaments become softer, but when they are relaxed excessively, the pelvic joint will become unstable. Pelvic pain develops due to this situation and this pain can also radiate out to the inner thigh or hip area. The pain caused by SPD during pregnancy is aggravated by walking, standing and moving your legs. Some pregnant women also feel their bones or joints "pop", and there may even be a clicking sound when you move your legs.

Pregnant women need to see a doctor if some of the symptoms of symphysis pubis dysfunction appear. An obstetric physiotherapist can help you ease some of the discomfort if SPD is diagnosed.

A pelvic support belt is one of the methods of treatment and it can reduce the pain by making the bones stay in a normal position. This belt can also stabilize the pelvic joint by making the pelvic area muscles stronger, and this can be done with help from Kegel exercises, pelvic tilts, or some other exercise. Remember that long-lasting standing or weight lifting should not be done if you are having this kind of pain.

Thigh and Hip Pain During Pregnancy Caused by Sciatica

Sciatica is a condition that can cause thigh and hip pain during pregnancy, and it happens due to the compression of the sciatic nerve, which goes from the feet to the lower back and through the legs. The compression is mostly developed due to the uterus's development and growing in size. Tingling sensation and numbness are common symptoms of this problem and they are felt at the area of the pain. Once the pregnancy ends, so will the pain but hot compress can be used to reduce the pain. Also you can try to sleep on the other side and take baths with warm water.

Thigh Pain During Pregnancy as a Sign of Labor

It is important to note that labor contractions can be experienced in a multitude of different ways. Some women feel contractions radiating out to their thighs, while it is also possible to not be aware that this sensation is caused by labor. Thigh pain can be a sign of labor, and in some cases that will include premature labor, so if it persists, it is essential to seek medical attention.