Prevalence of Lumbo-Pelvic Pain in Pregnant Women of Third Trimester in Lahore Pakistan

BACKGROUND: Lower back and pelvic girdle symptoms are a common problem during pregnancy. Lumbo-pelvic pain is known to have detrimental effects on quality of life in pregnant women in many domains including physical activity, travel, social relationships, and emotional health. OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this study is to determine the prevalence of lumbo-pelvic pain among pregnant women in their third trimester from Lahore. METHODS: This cross-sectional short survey was conducted at Lady Aitcheson and Lady Willington Hospitals Lahore. A total no of 560 pregnant women in third trimester took part in the study. RESULTS: Pregnant women included in this study showed 40.6% of lumbo-pelvic pain and 59.4% with no lumbo-pelvic pain. The prevalence of lumbar pain was more prevalent among all three components of lumbo-pelvic pain. CONCLUSION: The findings of this study clearly indicated that prevalence of lumbo-pelvic pain is more significant in pregnancy. The point prevalence of lumbo-pelvic pain is 62.1%. Increased abdominal weight and hormonal changes put more burdens on the pelvic and lower back.