Some pregnant women may experience finger joint pain while sleeping, especially in the middle and later stages of pregnancy. What's going on here? What measures should be taken for pregnant women with finger joint pain during sleep?
What is the reason for finger joint pain during sleep in pregnant women
There are various reasons for this, generally including the following:
1. Due to edema during pregnancy, severe edema can compress nerves and cause pain in bones and joints. When I wake up in the morning, the pain is extremely severe, and I feel like I can't open my fingers.
2. Calcium deficiency can also lead to muscle spasms and joint pain. During pregnancy, a large amount of calcium, phosphorus, and vitamin D are needed. If these nutrients are not adequately consumed, it is easy to experience joint pain and muscle spasms. Even a slight movement of the calf during sleep can cause cramps.
3. When pregnant women are preparing for childbirth, their endocrine system causes joint and ligament relaxation, so not only the hands, but also the waist, legs, feet, and pelvis in late pregnancy will gradually feel uncomfortable, but it is definitely normal. If any abnormal situation occurs or any part is particularly uncomfortable, it is necessary to consult a doctor in a timely manner.
What should pregnant women do if they have finger joint pain while sleeping
1. Adequate nutrition intake, especially calcium supplementation
Dietary supplementation is the most reliable and effective way for pregnant mothers to supplement calcium. From the fifth month of pregnancy, pregnant mothers must drink 250 ml of milk, formula milk or yogurt every day, and pay attention to taking calcium rich foods in diet, such as spherical cheese, tofu, eggs, boiled shrimp, boiled sardine, dried small herring, and a moderate amount of kelp or cabbage, so as to make the calcium intake at least 800 mg.
2. Stay in the sun more often
Intentionally arrange to spend more time in the sun every day, especially for pregnant mothers in winter and spring. In this way, the body will absorb sufficient VD, allowing the fetal bones and teeth to develop more firmly, eliminating the factors of congenital rickets and dental caries. Remember that this is a must do, no other method can replace it, and doing some moderate exercise while sunbathing will have a better effect.
Pregnant women experiencing finger joint pain while sleeping should not only be caused by normal edema, but also pay attention to whether it is due to calcium deficiency. They should take calcium supplementation measures in their daily diet, eat more calcium rich foods, and go out to bask in the sun more often.
