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How To Deal With Back Pain At 20 Weeks Of Pregnancy?

Im nearly 20 weeks pregnant and sturggling at work with my back. My doctor gave me a fit note saying light duties only but my boss said no and deal with it like the rest of us. How can i get signed off work as i feel this is the only option for me now?
Mon, 21 Sep 2015
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Hi
Dr. Purushottam welcomes you to HCM virtual clinic.
I have gone through your query.
I think I have understood your concern, I will try to suggest you the best possible treatment options.
For your condition at 20 weeks low back pain is quite common.
I will suggest you-
1] Adopt correct posture
2]A void forward bending
3]Use local application of VOVERON gel
4]Tab CALPOL 650 mg after food if needed
5] Cap VITAMIN D 3 (60,000) IU once a week
6] Increase dietary calcium intake by increasing milk and milk products, green leafy vegetables
7] Tab SHELCAL D once a day
These measures will help you to get rid of back pain nad you can enjoy pregnancy as well as your work.
I hope my answer helps you.
Thanks.
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How To Deal With Back Pain At 20 Weeks Of Pregnancy?

Hi Dr. Purushottam welcomes you to HCM virtual clinic. I have gone through your query. I think I have understood your concern, I will try to suggest you the best possible treatment options. For your condition at 20 weeks low back pain is quite common. I will suggest you- 1] Adopt correct posture 2]A void forward bending 3]Use local application of VOVERON gel 4]Tab CALPOL 650 mg after food if needed 5] Cap VITAMIN D 3 (60,000) IU once a week 6] Increase dietary calcium intake by increasing milk and milk products, green leafy vegetables 7] Tab SHELCAL D once a day These measures will help you to get rid of back pain nad you can enjoy pregnancy as well as your work. I hope my answer helps you. Thanks.