Effectiveness of Pelvic Stabilization Exercises with Pelvic Realignment Belt on Pain and Quality of Life in Post Pregnancy Women

J Poojasree, Dr. S Jeyakumar, Dr. Toral Jagdish Vaja

Abstract: Background: Pelvic girdle pain (PGP) is a common complaint among women during the postpartum period and often affects mobility, daily activities, and overall quality of life. Strengthening the core and pelvic muscles, along with providing external support, may help reduce discomfort. Objective of the Study: To examine the effectiveness of pelvic stabilization exercises performed with a pelvic realignment belt in reducing pain and improving the quality of life in postpartum women. Methodology: Fifteen postpartum women aged 25?30 years participated in an eight-week intervention program. Each session included stabilization exercises for the pelvic and core muscles, performed while wearing a pelvic realignment belt. Pain levels were measured using the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS), and quality of life was assessed using the WHOQOL-BREF questionnaire. Pre- and post-intervention scores were compared using a paired t-test. Results: There was a significant reduction in pain following the intervention, with VAS scores decreasing from a mean of 7.53 to 3.47 (p < 0.0001). All four domains of the WHOQOL-BREF- Physical Health, Psychological Well-Being, Social Relationships, and Environmental Factors- showed noticeable improvement after the eight-week program. Conclusion: Pelvic stabilization exercises combined with the use of a pelvic realignment belt can help decrease pelvic girdle pain and enhance quality of life in postpartum women. This approach is simple, practical, and may be incorporated into physiotherapy management for women recovering after childbirth.

Keywords: Pelvic girdle pain, Postpartum women, Pelvic stabilization exercises, Pelvic realignment belt, Lumbopelvic dysfunction, Visual Analogue Scale (VAS), Quality of life (WHOQOL-BREF), Postpartum physiotherapy

How to Cite?: J Poojasree, Dr. S Jeyakumar, Dr. Toral Jagdish Vaja, "Effectiveness of Pelvic Stabilization Exercises with Pelvic Realignment Belt on Pain and Quality of Life in Post Pregnancy Women", Volume 15 Issue 1, January 2026, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 687-692, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=MR26109191811, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/MR26109191811