Back ache and stomach muscle paina

[babybear2468]

Hi All,

Wondering if anyone else has experienced really bad back ache, mid back, from 29 wks. combined with stomach muscle pains just below the ribs toward the side?

Sitting at me desk at work is proving difficult, the pain sets in my back after 20min or so. Getting up and walking around alleviates it for a bit.

Has anyone experienced the same, did you go to your GP? what did they advise?

Have asked for an ergonomic assessment at work for starters.

thanks!!

does anybody have any similar symptoms?

This isn't unusual. The pains around the sides are prob round ligaments stretching. Back ache can be caused by the change in balance due to bump, and your weakened core muscles. Your GP or midwife will likely refer you to a physio

thank you for your advice, I will mention it when I see the gp next

I'm only week 15 but getting twinges just under the ribs at the side. When does ligament pain start?

Knowing my luck it's just yet more backed-up poo!

I got ligament pain from around 12-15 weeks.

Anyone else getting knee pain? i'm having difficulty bending my right knee.. it's so painful. I'm asking for a physio referral on Monday.