NURSING CARE FOR PREGNANT WOMEN WITH BACK PAIN THROUGH THE IMPLEMENTATION OF PREGNANCY EXERCISES IN PUSKESMAS MELUR

Abstract

Pregnancy is a condition where the fetus grows in the mother's womb. During pregnancy, women may experience physical and emotional changes that cause discomfort, such as shortness of breath, difficulty sleeping, toothache and gum pain, frequent urination, pressure and discomfort in the perineal area, and back pain. The physical changes in pregnant women cause discomfort during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters. Back pain is one of the most common complaints experienced by pregnant women, especially in the second and third trimesters, which can affect daily activities and quality of life. Non-pharmacological efforts such as pregnancy exercises have been proven effective in helping reduce complaints of back pain through stretching, breathing, and muscle strengthening exercises. Objective: This study aims to apply pregnancy exercises to third-trimester pregnant women with acute pain. Method: The method used in this study is a case study method with a descriptive approach, which aims to describe objectively how the application of pregnancy exercises affects the reduction of back pain in pregnant women. Results: The results of the study showed that pregnancy exercises in respondents can reduce back pain that occurs in pregnant women in the third and second trimesters, in respondent 1 Mrs. B (TM 2) after pregnancy exercises there was a decrease in pain intensity from a score of 4 to 2 within 3 days of implementation. in respondent 2 Mrs. P (TM 3) after pregnancy exercises there was a decrease in pain intensity from a score of 5 to 3 within 3 days of implementation. Conclusion: Pregnancy exercises can reduce pain in pregnant women in the second and third trimesters