Pregnancy brings lots of changes—especially to your body and pelvis. As your belly grows, your pelvis works overtime. If you’re feeling new aches or pains, you’re not alone. The Serola SIJ Belt is a simple, trusted tool for pelvic stability and comfort during pregnancy.
Why Does Pregnancy Cause Pelvic Pain?
Your body releases a hormone called Relaxin during pregnancy. This hormone loosens ligaments and tendons, helping your body make room for your baby and preparing your pelvis for birth. Relaxin peaks at 12 weeks and keeps affecting your joints throughout pregnancy. This can make your sacroiliac joints (the joints connecting your hips and spine) less stable, leading to pelvic and lower back pain. Up to 1 in 5 pregnant women experience this!
What Is the Serola SIJ Belt?
The Serola SIJ Belt is a soft, slim belt worn low around your hips. It gently supports your SI joints, easing pain and reducing strain on your lower back and pelvis. You can wear it under your clothes, and it’s fully adjustable as your bump grows. The belt helps you stay active and comfortable—whether you’re walking, working, or shopping.
Common Pregnancy Complaints the Belt Can Help
Pelvic girdle pain: Sharp, stabbing, or aching pain around your pelvis.
Lower back pain: Especially when standing, walking, or rolling in bed.
Hip instability: Feeling like your pelvis is “giving way” or clicking.
Pain with movement: Climbing stairs, getting out of the car, or chasing kids.
How to Use the Serola SIJ Belt
Position: Wear the belt low around your hips, covering the “dips” at the back of your pelvis and sitting under your belly.
Fit: Snug but not tight. You should move and breathe comfortably.
When to wear: Use it during activities that trigger pain—walking, standing, chores. No need to wear it while relaxing.
Check in: If you feel discomfort, check with your osteopath for advice or a fit check.
Why We Recommend the Serola SIJ Belt
Evidence-based: Research supports its use for pelvic pain.
Adjustable: Grows with you during pregnancy.
Comfortable: Soft, breathable, and easy to wear.
Trusted: Used by clinicians worldwide and loved by our patients.
Osteopathy, Pregnancy, and the Serola SIJ Belt
Pregnancy is a big adjustment. Our team can help with expert advice, hands-on care, and practical tools like the Serola Belt. We’ll assess your movement, listen to your concerns, and show you how to use the belt with safe exercises and lifestyle tips.
If you’re struggling with pelvic or back pain, don’t go it alone. The Serola SIJ Belt could make a real difference for your comfort and confidence.
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