A pregnant woman at 18 weeks of gestation calls the clinic to report that she has been experiencing occasional backaches of mild to moderate intensity.The nurse recommends that she:

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Pelvic rock exercises may help stretch and strengthen the abdominal and lower back muscles and relieve low back pain.Kegel exercises increase the tone of the pelvic area,not the back.A softer mattress may not provide the support needed to maintain proper alignment of the spine and may contribute to back pain.Stretching and other exercises to relieve back pain should be performed several times a day.

A Pregnant Woman at 18 Weeks of Gestation Calls the Clinic