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Pelvic Pain During and After Pregnancy

How can we best treat the pregnant and postpartum population with pelvic pain? 

Pelvic girdle pain occurs in 56% to 72% of the pregnant population.  It can even continue after pregnancy is over – occurring in 7% to 25% of women.

Studies show pregnancy-related joint laxity leads to an inability to manage loads.  

Therefore, some of the best treatment we can provide is through pelvic stabilization exercise.

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