Lower back pain and urinary incontinence

[Anonymous]

I’m 14 weeks so still in the beginning of my second trimester. This is my third pregnancy. I’m experiencing lower back pain as well as some urinary incontinence when cough or sneeze (though only sometimes). I didn’t have any back pain with my first pregnancy and I only experienced back pain with my second pregnancy during my third trimester. The back pain isn’t debilitating but I’m worried that it will get worse as I get bigger since I’m only 14 weeks. Has anyone experienced this and what do you suggest I do? Is there something I should wear? Should I see a PT or a chiropractor? And if so do you have any recommendations? Thank you!

[Anonymous]

Also I see my OB in two weeks so I plan to ask her then as well

[Anonymous]

I would get a referral to pelvic floor PT, what you are saying is classic pelvic floor weakness. My PT is leaving my practices next week and going to a cash-only place in McLean. I might follow her.

[Anonymous]

Thank you PP. Would you mind sharing the practice she is going to? Also if anyone else has recommendations please chime in. I prefer a practice in Northern Virginia or DC.