How to determine if the pelvis is closed
Disease description:
After giving birth, I noticed that my pelvis has become much wider than before, and I would like to restore it to its previous condition. How can I determine whether my pelvis has closed properly?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Xu Shuai
Assessing whether the pelvis is closed typically refers to checking the recovery of the pelvis in women after childbirth. The following are some methods to evaluate pelvic closure:
1. **Physical sensations**: If you feel instability in the pelvic joints in the weeks or months following delivery, such as a "clicking" sound while walking or pain in the lower back, this may be a sign that the pelvis has not fully closed.
2. **Physical examination**: A gynecologist or physical therapist can perform a professional physical examination to assess the stability of the pelvis. They will palpate the pelvic joints, observe their range of motion, and determine whether there is abnormal laxity.
3. **Imaging studies**: X-rays or bone density scans can provide a more direct view of the condition of the pelvic joints. However, these tests are generally not used as routine procedures unless there is a specific clinical indication.
4. **Rehabilitation therapy**: Postpartum rehabilitation exercises, such as pelvic floor muscle training (Kegel exercises), can help strengthen the pelvic floor muscles and promote pelvic recovery.
