The sacroiliac (SI) joint serves an important function in helping support the spine. Located on each side of the lower spine, it links the sacrum bone with the pelvis, which increases spine stability. Walking, running, or any other type of motion would be much more strenuous if the SI joint didn’t exist. As a result, you can be in extreme discomfort if it isn’t working properly. Inflammation in this area, specifically, could be an issue for many people during their lives.
SI joint inflammation, which could result in lower back pain, is a type of sacroiliitis—a medical disorder triggered by several other health conditions, such as gout and various forms of arthritis. SI joint inflammation can be a side effect of SI joint dysfunction, as well as other disorders.
According to a 2014 study shared by the U.S. National Library of Medicine, the exact number of people who suffer from SI joint pain in the United States is unknown. However, it “could represent up to 15% of all patients seen in outpatient clinics with chronic lower back pain,” the analysis finds.
Furthermore, according to the study:
Women who are pregnant are among those especially susceptible to SI joint discomfort. A 2014 report shared by the Journal of Women’s Health Physical Therapy suggests that physical therapy is a viable treatment option.
The results showed:
However, other therapies in addition to physical therapy could also be effective for people with SI joint pain, whether pregnant or not.
These include:
To learn more about how the Northport Wellness Center could help you with joint pain, please call (631) 262-8505 or visit www.northportwellnesscenter.com.