Pelvic Support Belts & Bands For Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction

Pelvic pain during pregnancy is quite common, and wearing a belly band can help provide relief. The bands stabilize the joints and can help position the pelvic bone to reduce discomfort.

Yes, wearing a pregnancy band for pelvic pain is one way to help get the pelvic support you need and reduce SPD symptoms.

It is normal to have some pelvic pain during pregnancy. Of course, if the pain becomes severe, we recommend discussing relief options with your healthcare provider.

The most common symptom of SPD is difficulty when walking due to significant pain in the pelvic region. Many women describe the feeling as if their pelvis is being pulled apart! Usually, the pain is in the pubic area, but some women find that it radiates into their upper leg and worsens during weight-bearing activities.

Most women experience SPD onset around 12-14 weeks into their pregnancy when the hormone, relaxin, is hitting its peak. This is the time when your doctor might recommend a belly band for pubic symphysis relief.

Symphysis pubis dysfunction, also known as pelvic girdle pain, occurs when the ligaments that help keep your pelvic bone aligned become stretched out during pregnancy. This relaxation of the ligaments is due to the hormone relaxin that prepares a women’s body for delivery. This loosening can result in the pelvic joint (symphysis pubis) becoming unstable, causing pain and discomfort.

Most women start feeling pelvic pressure during their pregnancy in the second and third trimesters. The severity varies from woman to woman, but almost all SPD symptoms are significantly reduced or go away a few weeks after delivery.

One of the best ways to relieve pelvic discomfort is to wear a belly band to help support the pelvic bones and keep them in place. You can also try applying heat or ice packs, physical therapy, and avoiding trigger activities such as heavy lifting.

Yes, you can start wearing a belly band to help relieve pressure as soon as your ready. Whether that’s in your first, second, or third trimester is really dependent on your overall discomfort.

The best maternity belt is one that stabilizes the pelvic region, supports your belly, and takes the pressure off the pubic area.

Pubic Symphysis pain can vary throughout your pregnancy but tends to peak in the 2nd and 3rd trimester. The good news is that once you deliver, the healing begins, and most women find that their symptoms resolve 2-6 weeks postpartum.