pubic bone pain normal?

[Amie]

Now the problem is that this joint, unlike all the other joints of the body, dose not have any cartilage to protect the bone surface. Therefore when this joint moves the two parts of the bone rub against each other causing pain.

Sorry to be picky, but this isn't quite true. Between the two parts of the pelvis that meet at the front there is a cartilage disc and it is the torsion of this disc and the ligaments of the pelvis that causes pain.

I second the suggestion of taking careful strides, getting in and out of car carefully etc. If the pain persists or gets worse I'd go and see an osteopath or physio who specialises in pregnancy care.

Good luck!

[maranui]

I second Amie's advice about going to a professional. I was in a lot of pain and really missing walking but was sorted out in one session by a fantastic osteopath. Goodluck.

[Alan]

Hi Amie
You are correct, there is cartilage at the pubic bone joint. But rather than go on to discuss the fibrous nature and lack of synovial fluid of this cartilage I thought it easier to say that there was no cartilage. Perhaps I should have said cartilage as most people understand it.

[Lewis's Mummy]

Thanks for the advice. The pain was still there next morning so I saw my Dr about it. He said not to worry, just gave the same advice as you guys and the name of a physio in case it didn't get better at all. Now 2 days later I think bubs has moved because it's nowhere near as bad as it was and isn't so constant. Apparently bubs was head down and on his/her side with right arm and shoulder out to my front, so the left shoulder or elbow may have been part of the issue. Taking it easier than I was too - especially at work! So all good again for now - thanks everyone

[Carrie]

Can an osteo or chiro really stop the pain? I had it with my last pregnancy and it appears to be worse this time despite seeing a chiro last time (who specialised in pregnancy) and an osteo this time. Can it be helped in all situations or only some? Also having lots of sacral pain and into my tail bone and gluts

[maranui]

Well, it is true that not all Osteos and Chiros are equal. So people have different experiences.

Mine (who is very good) certainly helped manage the pain. While it sometimes comes back, she always reduces the discomfort significantly. But you are right - the underlying source is only something that will be cured after about 40 weeks