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- Title
Examining the factors influencing postpartum musculoskeletal pain: a thorough analysis of risk factors and pain assessment indices.
- Authors
Li, Meng; Li, Dan; Bu, Jingyu; Zhang, Xinwen; Liu, Yuanyuan; Wang, Heng; Wu, Lan; Song, Ke; Liu, Tian
- Abstract
Background: Musculoskeletal disorders after childbirth are common, but current studies often have a narrow focus, concentrating on particular areas and neglecting a thorough evaluation of pain locations and overall severity. This research aimed to determine the occurrence, spread, severity, and root causes of musculoskeletal discomfort in females during the 6–8 week period after giving birth, focusing on investigating the link between pain and posture. Methods: This study collected data from 432 postpartum women, 6–8 weeks post-delivery, focusing on ten posture angles captured photographically and analysed using Exbody software. Participants also filled out structured questionnaires on pregnancy history, the Short Form McGill Pain Questionnaire (SF-MPQ) scores, physical activity patterns, and involvement in household and neonatal care tasks. Results: In our research, 49.8% of the respondents experienced pain after childbirth in different regions of their bodies. Utilising SF-MPQ, the mean Pain Rating Index was 7.35 (SD = 5.93) and Present Pain Intensity and Visual Analog Scale was 3.13 (SD = 2.09). Among the evaluated postural angles, only the Q-angle exhibited a noteworthy correlation with knee discomfort. Individuals with less involvement in household and newborn care tasks had a significantly lower occurrence of postpartum pain, with a decrease of 76% (OR = 0.243, p = 0.001). Similarly, those who shared these responsibilities had a 53% decreased likelihood (OR = 0.468, p = 0.008) of experiencing postpartum pain. Conclusion: Many postpartum women experience moderate-intensity pain in various body regions. Pain's correlation with posture was limited. Reducing physical strain during infant care notably decreased postpartum pain, underscoring the need for holistic support for postpartum women.
- Subjects
PAIN measurement; MUSCULOSKELETAL pain; MCGILL Pain Questionnaire; FACTOR analysis; RISK assessment; MUSCULOSKELETAL system injuries
- Publication
European Spine Journal, 2024, Vol 33, Issue 2, p517
- ISSN
0940-6719
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.1007/s00586-023-08008-5