FAQ

Yes — postpartum back and pelvic discomfort is one of the more common reasons people come to Olo in the weeks after delivery. Carrying a pregnancy changes how weight is distributed across the pelvis and lower back, and those patterns don’t resolve immediately after birth. Acupuncture may help by reducing muscular tension, supporting the body’s natural pain-relief response, and easing the inflammation that can follow delivery. A 2021 systematic review published in Integrative Medicine Research found that complementary approaches including acupuncture were effective for postpartum pain management.