SPD Maternity Back Support
Worn discreetly beneath your maternity clothes
Available in 3 sizes & 2 styles
- Corsetry offers support to the lumbar region
- Short straps fit snuggly under the bump so supporting the hips and relieving pressure of the weight of your bump.
- Long upper straps hug your baby bump to you at right angles to relief the pelvic ligaments from taking weight strain
User Guide
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The wide boned corset area is worn at the rear with the rounded shaped edge to the top. This supports the lower (lumber) region of the back. Ensuring the longer straps are above the lower shorter straps, position the long straps around the widest part of your bump as though 'hugging' your baby bump to you.
The strap with the short piece of velcro is postioned OVER the strap with the smooth softer velcro.
The design is based on the average size of bump measured at 15-20 weeks + (2nd trimester onwards) so if your bump is still small you can select small/medium or wait or adjust as detailed above.
As a SIZE GUIDE
Hug-a-Bump® is now available in three sizes, S/M and L/XL and XL/XXL.
Usual Dress Size 8 to 12 choose S/M
Usual Dress Size 12 to 18 choose L/XL
Usual Dress Size 18 to plus size 22+ XL/XXL
The two most important measurements for this product are the likely size of your baby bump and the changes in our hip size. Your bump size measurement is unlikely to become larger than the standard largest size the bands long straps allow for. It may of course be smaller, hence the options available. This sizing is usually determined by your usual dress size. The measurement during your pregnancy that will differ most from your usual dress size, is the measurement around your hips. Hug-a-Bump® can be adjusted in this area to ensure a secure and comfortable fit.
Please dont hesitate to contact us on 0845 6443894 or info@lafeenoire.com if you need assistance in deciding on the best size to purchase
Positioning
The most effective and comfortable position is to have the longer straps appear to be positioned at right angles to your spine, as if giving your baby bump a Hug!
The shorter strap should fit securely and firmly across the hips, offering support under the bump
is designed to support and immobilize the lumber region of the back (the small of the back) It will also help support the hips as well as hold your bump securely. It wont cure SPD or totally eradicate lower back pain but should go some way to relieving the symptoms of the problem.
It will offer support to your back whilst lightening the strain by supporting your growing bump.
The horrifying fact is that SPD symptoms effect 1 in 4 pregnancies.
has been created in smooth soft fabric to sit securely under maternity clothes for your comfort
The second generation band is embellished with caramel lace for extra glamour giving it the pretty look of lingerie. This item is designed to be worn against the skin under your maternity clothes.
For further information on the contact us at info@lafeenoire.com
Available in Smooth Nude and Luxury Lace from just £35.00
Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction (SPD) / Pelvic Girdle Pain (PGP)
Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction or SPD is one of the complications experienced during pregnancy. It occurs when the symphysis pubis joint becomes sufficiently relaxed to allow significant 'gapping' or instability in the pelvic girdle. In severe cases where the symphysis pubis partially or fully rupture, and the gap increases by more than 10mm, it is known as diastasis of the symphysis pubis (DSP). Pain is usually localized over the symphysis pubis with occasional grinding or audible clicking. Pain may also be felt in the groin and inner thighs. Activities such as walking, lifting and carrying items and getting in and out of the car may also be painful.
The symphysis pubisis a fibrocartilaginous (a mixture of fibrous tissue and cartilaginous tissues) joint that connects the two halves of the pelvis together and keeps them steady during activity (see image). This joint is supported by a network of muscles and ligaments that allow very little movement to occur under normal circumstances. During pregnancy, the symphysis pubis widens an average of 2-3 mm from the usual 4-5mm gap. The average gap is about 7.7mm. This widening of the pelvic ring helps facilitate the delivery of baby.
Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction is when this joint becomes overly relaxed, allowing the pelvic girdle to become unstable. This leads to pain and inflammation.
In severe cases, the symphysis pubis partially or fully ruptures, increasing the gap to more than 10mm. This is known as the diastasis of the symphysis pubis (DSP).
SPD typically starts in the second trimester. The start of pain is usually gradual and can be very intense. It is usually relieved by rest. The good news is that symptoms commonly disappear shortly after delivery. A small percentage of women however, continue to experience pain for several months after delivery.
Why does it happen?
SPD is a result of a combination of factors; an altered pelvic load, hormonal and biochemical alterations causing ligament laxity and a weakening of pelvic and core musculature during pregnancy, leading to instability.
Symptoms
You may have SPD if you have one or more of the following:
Source: e-radiography.net
Pain localised to your symphysis pubis, including shooting, stabbing and burning pains, grinding and audible clicking sensations and/or persistent discomfort.
Pain radiating to lower abdomen, groin, perineum, thigh, leg and back
Difficulty in walking, climbing up or down stairs, rising up from a chair, impaired weight bearing activities, e.g. standing on one leg or lifting/parting the legs, turning in bed.
Diagnosing SPD
SPD today is becoming more widely understood by GPs, obstetricians and midwives. It is diagnosed by a combination of your own description of symptoms and a battery of tests designed to look at the stability, movement and pain in the pelvic joints and structures surrounding it. Imaging, such as X-rays, is the only way to confirm the misalignment of the pelvic bones. However, due to the concerns of fetal exposure to radiation, ultrasound is the preferred modality for assessing symphyseal widening in pregnancy.
Your doctor or midwife may refer you to a physiotherapist who has experience in treating this condition.
Management
A specialist physiotherapy assessment and review should be arranged. The physiotherapist can advise on back care and strategies to avoid activities that put unnecessary strain on the pelvis and on safe exercise during pregnancy.
Exercises for the pelvic girdle and core stabilizers of the trunk will form a large part of the treatment and are aimed at improving the stability of the pelvis and back. In some cases, mobilisation (a gentler form of manipulation) of your hip, back or pelvis may be used to correct any underlying movement dysfunction. Other manual techniques include muscle energy technique (MET) and myofascial release. The physiotherapist may also prescribe a pelvic support belt to give quick relief.
Other alternative treatments include hydrotherapy (exercise in water) and acupuncture which sometimes can be useful.
SPD Home Advice
Here are some things pregnant women with SPD can do to minimize their discomfort.
- Avoid activities which cause discomfort, e.g. lifting, carrying, prolonged standing, walking and strenuous exercise
- Rest more frequently in a position which is comfortable, such as:
- lying with your knees bent and supported
- lying on your side with a pillow between your knees
- sitting with your knees slightly apart
- avoid sitting with legs crossed.
- Mild to moderate exercise, including abdominal wall and pelvic floor exercises, is acceptable.
- Avoid straddling and squatting movements, which means moving with knees apart (hip abduction), when:
- getting in and out of car. Try to keep knees together.
- getting in and out of bed. When moving in bed, try to keep legs together particularly when moving from side to side. Do not push with one foot as this will worsen the pain. Push equally with both feet to move about the bed.
- Adopt good posture, avoid bending and twisting.
- If swimming, avoid the breast-stroke with the legs kicking outwards.
- Ice packs can be used for five minutes at a time or an ice cube can be rubbed on the symphysis pubis for 20–30 seconds
For some insight into one mum-to-be's experience of SPD during her second pregnancy read here....
Read our PRESS RELEASES for more information and background including http://www.prlog.org/10199120-huga-bump-mumpreneur-supports-spd-sufferers.html
Recent feedback tells us this item is also effective in offering comfort for other conditions requiring back support See Dorothy's feedback below!
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Footnote:
Dorothy James suffers from a Double Hernia and was desperate to give Hug-a-Bump® a try, although designed specially for pregancy her daughter thought it might helps and she-tells us : "I tried this product and its made a world of difference. I have now bought two Hug-a-Bump®s as I wish to wear the band continually, whilst one in the wash. This has made a great difference to me in offering both support and great comfort, thanks so much"
