The Impact of Prenatal Yoga On Low Back Pain in Third Trimester Pregnancy: A Case Study

Abstract

Low back pain is one of the most prevalent and complex pain complaints worldwide, especially in Indonesia. In pregnant women, particularly in the second and third trimesters, low back discomfort is a frequent complaint. It is estimated that over 70% of pregnant women experience some sort of low back discomfort at some time throughout pregnancy, labor, and postpartum. This study was conducted to describe low back pain in pregnant women in the second and third trimesters. Midwifery care was provided in a continuity of care manner to a pregnant woman in her third trimester, through delivery, postpartum, neonatal care, and family planning, using the Varney’s midwifery management process and SOAP documentation at Private Midwifery Practice of Nurmala Dewi, S.ST in Bandar Lampung in 2023. The research employed a descriptive design with a case study approach, conducted from February 16-23, 2023. The research subject was Mrs. K, a 17-year-old woman. The assessment format was used as the instrument, and informed consent was obtained from the subject to participate in the study. Continuity of midwifery care which includes yoga exercises at least twice a week with sessions of 30-60 minutes can reduce complaints of low back pain. Suggesting the mother to sleep on her left side and using a pillow as support to reduce pressure on the back can be an intervention combined with prenatal yoga suggestions.