Back pain during pregnancy: physio in Casablanca

Back pain during pregnancy

This is pain in the lower back or the pelvis that appears during pregnancy, a common discomfort, especially in the early stages. To prepare for childbirth, the ligaments become more supple, which can put more strain on the joints of the lower back and the pelvis.

Areas concerned: Lower back

Page reviewed on October 30, 2026

Common signs

Pain in the lower back, on one side or both
Pain that can spread to the buttocks, hips or thighs
Pain over the pubic bone or in the groin
Discomfort when bending, carrying or staying in the same position for a long time
Pain on stairs, when turning over in bed or when getting out of a car
Small clicks or rubbing in the pelvis

When to see a doctor

Back pain in the 2nd or 3rd trimester, which can be a sign of a premature birth
Back pain with fever, vaginal bleeding or pain when urinating
Pain on one side or both, below the ribs
Loss of feeling in one or both legs, the buttocks or the genitalscall emergency services

What physiotherapy does

The doctor or the midwife can refer you to a physiotherapist specialising in pregnancy care, who gives advice and can suggest exercises. For pelvic pain, they can have you work the muscles of the pelvic floor, abdomen, back and hips, and provide equipment if needed, such as a pelvic support belt or crutches. They also help you cope better with the pain, for example with relaxation techniques.

Techniques used at the practice

Gentle manual therapy techniques, massage adapted to pregnancy, mobilisation of the pelvis and lower back, mobility exercises, strengthening of the deep muscles, breathing work, pelvic mobility and stabilisation exercises for the lower back and pelvis.

How the sessions go

Assessment of the pain, the mobility of the pelvis and lower back, posture and functional limitations. A personalised programme depending on the trimester of pregnancy, combining gentle techniques, suitable exercises and advice to make daily activities easier.

My pain diaryFill it in every day, show it at your session

Advice

Adopt comfortable positions, avoid staying in the same posture for a long time, change position regularly and use suitable positions for sleeping, getting up and carrying out daily activities. Practise gentle breathing and mobility exercises as recommended by the physiotherapist.

Sources

Back pain in pregnancy (new tab)NHS (nhs.uk), accessed October 26, 2026
Pelvic pain in pregnancy (new tab)NHS (nhs.uk), accessed October 26, 2026
Pelvic girdle pain and lower back pain (new tab)Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, accessed October 26, 2026