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The sacroiliac [sak-roh-IL-ee-ak] joint, also called the SI joint, is located at the very bottom of the spine, where your spinal column and pelvic bowl (hips) meet.
This point is where the sacrum [SAY-krum] and iliac [IL-ee-ak] bones meet. The sacrum is made up of the last 5 vertebrae [VER-tih-bray] in your spine, which are fused together. Your iliac bones are the 2 large bones in your right and left hip that, together, make your pelvic bowl. Your sacrum is found right in the middle of the iliac bones on your backside.
The SI joint connects the pelvis to the spine. In a healthy spine, there is usually little-to-no movement in the SI joint.
When the sacroiliac joint is not working properly, there is usually more movement than is normal or healthy, and this can create pain in the back, specifically in the low back.
The main symptom of SI joint problems is pain, typically in the lower back, and almost always on just 1 side. Other symptoms of SI joint function may include:
You should call your doctor if you have any of the following symptoms:
You should also make an appointment to see your doctor if you experience pain in the low back or hip that does not go away after a few days. Your doctor can help you figure out what is wrong and help you make a plan to get better.
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The way our tissues naturally age as we get older is one of the main causes of SI joint problems. Other causes may include:
However, SI joint problems most often develop over a long period of time.
To help treat your SI joint problems, there are a number of options to try, including:
Your doctor may want to follow up with you during your treatment to see how you are healing. During your follow-ups, your doctor may also request other tests to get a better idea of what your body is doing. These other tests may include:
Unfortunately, a common causes of SI joint dysfunction is the way our tissues naturally degrade as we get older. However, there are some ways you can help reduce your chances of developing SI joint problems, such as:
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