Aches and pains around the pelvis? Pubic symphysis dysfunction has been reported in 31.7% of pregnant women. DocJen & Dr. Dom dive into what pubic symphysis is, providing a brief summary of the anatomy involved, potential causes, and risk factors for pubic symphysis. Then, they provide insight into how pubic symphysis is tested for, as well as how treatment can be optimized and safeguarded for pregnant women. Finally, they debunk common misconceptions surrounding pelvic-related pain and pregnancy. Tune in!

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What You Will Learn PT Pearl:

3:29 Anatomy & physiology of the pelvic girdle

4:19 Is it really instability of the pelvic girdle?

9:50 Who does SPD affect?

11:59 Possible causes of SPD

14:24 When pain typically occurs

16:34 Compressive/SI belt - do they work?

20:27 Variety of movement & fear of movement

20:46 Testing what movements feel “unstable”

26:40 Muscle activations and feeling “stable”

28:19 Fascial lines

32:47 Jen’s experience with SPD

36:07 Anecdotal experience with SPD - what may have the biggest impact

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