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Knee-elbow position during pregnancy: posture, how to do it right and why
The knee-elbow position during pregnancy significantly relieves unpleasant symptoms and improves well-being. This method is easy to perform, does not take long and is safe for the child.
Why do doctors prescribe this position?
For expectant mothers, such a measure can be prescribed from the 20th week of pregnancy. With its help, the load on the internal organs and the spine is reduced. And also there is a high probability that the child will take the necessary presentation – head down.
The knee-elbow position during pregnancy is done every day for 15-30 minutes
A short stay in the knee-elbow position significantly reduces the risk of pregnancy complications. Why it is useful to do this exercise:
- Prevention and treatment of edema, cystitis and pyelonephritis due to a decrease in the load on the internal organs. The process of urination is facilitated.
- The blood supply to the pelvic organs improves.
- The work of the intestines is getting better, constipation, flatulence disappear.
- Reducing the risk of gestosis.
- Normalization of blood pressure.
- Relaxation of muscles, relieving stress from the spine and ligaments and, as a result, relieving back pain and their prevention.
Useful for varicose veins and hemorrhoids. This position also helps the baby – the placental and uterine blood circulation improves, he receives more oxygen. It has a beneficial effect on the work of his heart.
How to correctly perform the knee-elbow position?
Taking this position is not difficult even for women in late pregnancy. Follow these steps step by step:
- Get down on all fours.
- Place your elbows on the floor.
- Lower your shoulders, put your head on the floor or your palms.
It takes 15 minutes to be in this position. Watch your feelings – do not continue if you feel pain, dizziness, or nausea. For a more comfortable procedure, you can use pillows under your knees and elbows. If staying in this position does not bring discomfort, the execution time can be extended to half an hour.
Do not exercise on a soft surface, the bed is not suitable for this. It is necessary to find a flat and solid plane, the ideal option is the floor
These sessions can be done several times a day. They will give good results if done regularly. Focus on your well-being and determine the number of repetitions yourself, if there are no other doctor’s recommendations. Before performing, be sure to consult with your gynecologist.