Is it normal for hips to hurt during pregnancy

Pelvic support belt - a maternity support belt or tubigrip may reduce PGP on walking — ask your physiotherapist for advice. If you consult a therapist, check that they are experienced in treating women in pregnancy or postnatally. Relaxation - to help to relax the muscles and help reduce tension you may consider relaxation techniques, massage or aromatherapy massage, which may ease pain.

Pain killers - regular paracetamol 1g every four-six hours is safe in pregnancy, but no more than right in 24 hours , is safe during pregnancy and often necessary to provide some pain relief. Sometimes stronger painkillers are required such as dihydrocodeine or codeine, please discuss this with your doctor. Prolonged use of high dose codeine close to the end of pregnancy may cause babies to be jittery or sleepy when born, your baby will be checked carefully and may need to stay in hospital for a day or so for observation.

We recommend you discontinue codeine after the birth of your baby if you are breastfeeding and an alternative painkiller can be prescribed if needed. Anti-inflammatory painkillers, such as ibuprofen are not recommended in pregnancy but can be safely used after birth.

A normal vaginal delivery is recommended as best for you and your baby. There is no evidence that an elective planned caesarean section has any additional benefit nor that it will improve recovery or the chances of PGP recurring in future pregnancies. Talk to your midwife or physiotherapist about which positions may be more comfortable for you during labour and the delivery of your baby.

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Updated visitor guidelines. Top of the page. Topic Overview When you are pregnant, you may get aches and pains in your hips and pelvic area. Lie on your back, propped up on your elbows or a pillow. Then squeeze a pillow between your knees. This can help realign your pelvic bones.