Sciatica during pregnancy....HELP!?

[Justme]

I had sciatica really bad with my first pregnancy, to the point that I had to go off work early. I just found out that I am pregnant again and it is already starting to act up. I'm wondering what causes sciatica during pregnancy and what can be done to help it?

[angeldust_599]

I have it too and nothing helps it. My chiropractor told me it is due to the changes in your body to accomodate your baby. He also said it is most common in women who have some type of back problem before pregnancy that is aggravated by the pregnancy...even if your back never seems to bother you not pregnant. I have to go to the chiropractor a few times a week, ice my back, relax when possible and sleep with alot of pillows...but it only helps so much. good luck

[Michelle M]

I believe it's the nerve that run through your hip. As your uterus expands it pushes your hips out and pinches that nerve.

I'm not sure what can fix it though you would have to ask your doctor about that.