During pregnancy, a number of biomechanical and hormonal changes occur that can alter
spinal curvature, balance, and gait patterns by affecting key areas of the human body. This …

Up to 86% of pregnant women will have lumbopelvic pain during the 3rd trimester of
pregnancy and women with lumbopelvic pain experience lower health-related quality of life …

[Purpose] The purpose of this single-center investigation was to study the impact of
pregnancy on back pain and body posture.[Subjects] The subjects were 26 pregnant …

Spatiotemporal gait cycle characteristics were assessed at early (P1), and late (P2)
pregnancy, as well as at 2 months (PP1) and 6 months (PP2) postpartum. A substantial …

Background Low back pain is a common condition among childbearing women, causing
physical disability and an increased risk of sick leave and obstetric complications. Aims To …

Background Altered joint laxity can contribute to joint dysfunction. Knee joint laxity has been
shown to increase during pregnancy, but its long‐term persistence is unknown. Objective To …

Background Anthropometric models are used when body center of mass motion is
calculated for assessment of dynamic balance. It is currently unknown how body segments …

Background Thoracic spine postural dysfunctions are common postpartum-related health
problems, compromising breastfeeding efficacy and quality of life among women. Previous …

Recent observations indicate that the cross-sectional area (CSA) of vertebral bodies is on
average 10% smaller in healthy newborn girls than in newborn boys, a striking difference …

Background Progressive weight gain and changes in its distribution following pregnancy
may be challenging for the gravidas' ability to move in a stable way. Research question How …