Chronic Pain Management after Pregnancy
Nov 16, 2016
In previous articles we have talked about some options for controlling pain during pregnancy and labor. But pain associated with pregnancy often does not stop after birth. Many mothers experience pain throughout the body in the weeks and months after giving birth. In this article, we’re going to focus on treating pain that crops up after pregnancy. We’ll walk through some of the most common types of pain that may occur post-partum, and some of the best treatment options available.
The body goes through a lot of changes during pregnancy and labor. After the fact, your body needs time to adjust, and that can come with some pain. Here are a few types of pain that can affect mothers after giving birth:
Just like with pregnancy itself, recovering from labor can vary wildly from mother to mother. If you are experiencing significant pain or pain that won’t go away after your labor, it’s important to contact your doctor to see what your pain management options are.
Treatment options for post-partum pain are wide-ranging. Some common treatment methods include over-the-counter and prescription painkillers, physical therapy, chiropractic, injection therapy, and regenerative medicine injections. Each mother recovers differently after pregnancy. Some may feel very little pain, while others (particularly those who have had a C-section) may be in a lot of pain and need pain management help during the recovery process.
The Minnesota pain management physicians at Advanced Spine & Pain Clinics of MN have over two decades of experience in the treatment of acute and chronic pain. Our doctors are well versed in all the latest pain relief techniques including regenerative medicine therapies. If you recently had a baby and you’re experiencing post-partum pain, there are options for pain relief. Contact our Edina pain doctors today to set up your appointment and get back to living your life free from pain.