The biomechanics of pregnancy: A systematic review

R Conder, R Zamani, M Akrami - Journal of functional morphology and …, 2019 - mdpi.com
During pregnancy, a number of biomechanical and hormonal changes occur that can alter
spinal curvature, balance, and gait patterns by affecting key areas of the human body. This …

Mechanisms underlying lumbopelvic pain during pregnancy: a proposed model

C Daneau, J Abboud, AA Marchand, M Houle… - Frontiers in Pain …, 2021 - frontiersin.org
Up to 86% of pregnant women will have lumbopelvic pain during the 3rd trimester of
pregnancy and women with lumbopelvic pain experience lower health-related quality of life …

[HTML][HTML] Comparison of the modified lumbar pelvic belt with the current belt on low back and pelvic pain in pregnant women

Z Heydari, G Aminian, A Biglarian… - Journal of biomedical …, 2022 - ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
Background: Low back pain is one of the most common problems for pregnant women
during pregnancy. Most belts are designed for supporting the surface of the symphysis pubis …

Prevalence of lumbopelvic pain during pregnancy: A systematic review and meta‐analysis of cross‐sectional studies

H Shanshan, C Liying, Z Huihong… - Acta obstetricia et …, 2024 - Wiley Online Library
Introduction Lumbopelvic pain (LPP) is common in pregnant women and has a significant
negative effect on physical and psychological health. In this study, for the first time, we …

Effectiveness of lumbar supports in low back functionality and disability in assembly-line workers

AV Bataller-Cervero, J Rabal-Pelay… - Industrial …, 2019 - jstage.jst.go.jp
Low back pain (LBP) is a common problem in manufacturing workers. Several strategies
have been proposed in order to reduce the pain and/or improve functionality. Among them …

[HTML][HTML] Biomechanical analysis of breastfeeding positions and their effects on lumbopelvic curvatures and lumbar muscle responses

G Biviá-Roig, JF Lisón, D Sánchez-Zuriaga - Applied Ergonomics, 2023 - Elsevier
This study aimed to analyze the position of the lumbopelvic region and lumbar muscle
activity in the most common breastfeeding positions. We recorded the curvatures of the …

Efficacy of pelvic floor muscle training with physical therapy for low back pain: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Y Lim, Y Do, SH Lee, H Lee - Clinical Rehabilitation, 2024 - journals.sagepub.com
Objective To assess the efficacy of pelvic floor muscle training and physical therapy
interventions in patients with low back pain. Data sources The Ovid–Medline, Ovid–Embase …

From Rib Hump to Baby Hump—Common Questions of Patients Suffering from and Undergoing Treatment for Scoliosis—A Comprehensive Literature Review

P Grabala, P Kowalski, M Grabala - Journal of Clinical Medicine, 2024 - mdpi.com
Background: Scoliosis, the most prevalent spinal deformity in children, is often associated
with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS). Curves surpassing 50 degrees can deteriorate …

Sensory integration and segmental control of posture during pregnancy

BR Dumke, LH Theilen, JM Shaw, KB Foreman… - Clinical …, 2024 - Elsevier
Background Approximately 25% of pregnant people fall, yet the underlying mechanisms of
this increased fall-risk remain unclear. Prior studies examining pregnancy and balance have …

Elastic vipers: reproducing snakes adjust their size and internal volume to accommodate their developing offspring

O Lourdais, A Dupoué, J Legentihomme… - Biological Journal of …, 2024 - academic.oup.com
In many taxa, natural selection favours the ability of a female to accommodate a clutch or
litter that is very large relative to her own body, placing a selective premium on traits that …