SPD

SPD – Can Osteopathy Help?

Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction in Pregnancy Simone Ross is an osteopath who specializes in musculoskeletal pain in pregnancy. She believes that pain in pregnancy is common but not normal and can generally be treated effectively with osteopathic treatment. She has over 15 years experience and is runs two busy clinics in Central London. She also has 4 children of her own. http://www.kaneandross.co.uk/   What is Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction (SPD)? SPD, also known as pelvic girdle pain (PGP), is defined as mild to severe pain over the pubic symphysis, which can extend down into the groin and medial thighs. Some studies report that up to 50% […]

19 weeks pregnant- bad SPD. Any advice?

I’ve recently been diagnosed with SPD I’m 19 weeks pregnant and find it difficult to turn in bed or walk, especially in the evening. Have you any advice? Could this get better or is it likely to get worse? This is rather early for SPD, but it has a variable course, but is unlikely to get better until you are delivered. We suggest you talk to your midwife/dr to arrange some physio and some advice about keeping active but not putting your pubis under strain.  Our section on Back and Hip Ache explains SPD in more detail.