Effects of Antenatal Exercises in Primagravida

Effects Of Supervised Antenatal Exercises On Low Back Pain And Depression In Primigravida

The goal of this Randomized control trial is to determine the effects of antenatal exercises on low back pain in Primagravida. The main questions it aims to answer are whether supervised antenatal exercises have an effect on low back pain and depression in primagravida.

Females usually tend to avoid physical activity during pregnancy. Concept of antenatal exercises and its effects on low back pain or antenatal depression is yet not common amongst pregnant females in Pakistan. Low back pain and antenatal depression are common in pregnancy. These can have an impact on both their own health and the health of their unborn child. Understanding the benefits of antenatal exercises will encourage pregnant females to engage in regular physical activity. The results of this study will help physical therapists to implement effective exercise interventions for this population.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Primagravida
• Single pregnancy
• Diagnosed for risk of Prenatal depression on EDPS >10
• Pregnancy related Low back pain score of 3 to 8 on NPRS for at least 2 weeks.
• Females in 2nd Trimester of pregnancy

Exclusion Criteria:

• Any present or previous pelvic floor dysfunctions diagnosed by health professionals.
• Any physical disability causing inability to perform physical exercises.
• Any contraindications to physical activity according to ACOG
• Pelvic girdle pain (Anterior: Pubic symphysis, Posterior: SI joint Pain, Gluteal Pain, Piriformis syndrome).
• Rheumatoid disorders.
• Low back pain with radiation
• Not engaged in regular exercise.