Can the pelvis become smaller after postpartum pelvic rehabilitation?
Disease description:
After childbirth, my pelvis widened, and my hips became broader as well. Can the pelvis and hip bones become smaller again through postpartum pelvic rehabilitation?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhao Xiaodong
Postpartum pelvic rehabilitation may potentially reduce hip width. Pelvic rehabilitation can help narrow the hips to some extent, but the specific results vary from person to person and are not guaranteed for every individual. During pregnancy, the increased weight places stress on the body, leading to widening of the pubic symphysis and consequently an enlarged pelvis. In most cases, this condition improves after childbirth, although it typically does not fully return to its pre-pregnancy state. In daily life, exercises such as Kegel exercises and sit-ups may be performed to promote recovery of the pelvic floor.
