Sacroiliac (SI) Joint Pain/Dysfunction

 What is Sacroiliac (SI) Joint?

SI Joint is the largest joint in the body and connects the ilium with the sacrum, thus connecting the spine to the pelvis. Its primary function is to transfer weight to and from the lower limbs to the axial skeleton.

What causes SI Joint Pain?

SI joint pain can be from trauma, pregnancy, repetitive stress, sports, and following spinal surgery. It usually presents as pain in the lower back and or the buttock area. Pain at times radiates down the back of the thigh. In 25% of patients with back pain, the SI joint may be the cause of the pain.

How is SI Joint Dysfunction diagnosed?

A thorough history, physical examination, with or with out a nerve block will help the physician diagnose SI Joint dysfunction.

What are the treatments available?

1. Conservative therapy (oral medications/topical medications/physical therapy)

2. SI Joint Injections (local anesthetic/steroid)

3. Radiofrequency Ablation

4. SI Joint Stabilization

5. LASER Therapy

6. Cryoneurolysis

7. Cryotherapy

What is SI Joint Stabilization?

At this time, Dr. Kalava is able to offer his patients SI joint stabilization using LinQ™ - SI Joint Stabilization System by PainTEQ. Learn more about this procedure on PAINTEQ.COM

Schedule a consultation today to see if you have SI Joint Pain/Dysfunction