Why Are We Ignoring This In Pregnancy? The Truth About Pelvic Girdle Pain
Pregnancy-related pelvic girdle pain (PPGP) affects between 20% and 50% of pregnant individuals, with up to 25% experiencing severe pain that impacts daily life (Vleeming et al., 2008). Yet despite its prevalence, PPGP is often underdiagnosed or dismissed as a "normal" pregnancy symptom, leaving many women without the care they need.In this episode, we explore:
- The real causes of PPGP and why it persists in some women postpartum.
- How underdiagnosis and misinformation contribute to unnecessary suffering.
- What healthcare professionals should be doing differently to support pregnant…
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