▶️ Can chiropractic treatment help with sacroiliac joint pain?
– Chiropractic treatment can help with sacroiliac joint pain by applying manual adjustments or manipulations to the joint and the surrounding structures. This can reduce inflammation, improve alignment, restore mobility, and relieve pain.
– Chiropractic treatment can also include exercises, stretches, massage, heat/cold therapy, and other modalities to enhance the effects of the adjustments.
– Chiropractic treatment is usually considered a safe and effective option for sacroiliac joint pain, especially when combined with other conservative treatments such as medication, physical therapy, or injections.
– However, chiropractic treatment may not be suitable for everyone, and some people may experience side effects such as soreness, bruising, or discomfort after the adjustments. Therefore, it is important to consult with a qualified chiropractor who can perform a thorough evaluation and recommend a personalized treatment plan for sacroiliac joint pain.
▶️ What are the symptoms of sacroiliac joint pain?
– The common symptoms of SIJ include:
•Pain in the lower back or buttocks, which may radiate to the groin, thigh, knee, or foot.
• Stiffness or reduced range of motion in the lower back, hips, or pelvis.
• Difficulty standing up from a sitting position, walking, climbing stairs, or bending/twisting.
• Worsening of pain with certain movements or positions, such as sleeping or sitting on one side, standing on one leg, or taking large steps.
CAUSES OF SACROILIAC JOINT PAIN?
– Sacroiliac joint pain is a condition that affects the joint between the sacrum and the ilium in the pelvis. The sacroiliac joint is involved in transferring forces between the spine and the lower limbs, and it can become painful or dysfunctional due to various causes.
– Some of the possible causes of sacroiliac joint pain are:
• A sudden impact, such as a fall, a car accident, or a sports injury, can damage the sacroiliac joint or the ligaments that surround it. This can cause inflammation, instability, or misalignment of the joint.
• Osteoarthritis: which is a degenerative condition that affects the cartilage and bone of the joints, can occur in the sacroiliac joint due to aging, wear and tear, or injury. This can cause pain, stiffness, and reduced range of motion of the joint.
• Another type of arthritis that can affect the sacroiliac joint is ankylosing spondylitis, which is an inflammatory condition that causes fusion of the spine and sacroiliac joints. This can cause chronic pain, stiffness, and loss of mobility of the spine and pelvis.
• During pregnancy, the hormones relaxin and progesterone cause the ligaments of the sacroiliac joint to loosen and stretch to prepare for childbirth. This can make the joint more unstable and prone to injury or inflammation. The increased weight and altered posture of pregnancy can also put more stress on the sacroiliac joint.
• Having one leg shorter than the other can affect the way a person walks and stands, which can create an imbalance in the pelvis and spine. This can put more pressure on one side of the sacroiliac joint and cause pain or dysfunction.
• In rare cases, the sacroiliac joint can become infected by bacteria or fungi that enter the bloodstream from another source, such as a wound, a surgery, or an intravenous drug use. This can cause severe pain, fever, swelling, and redness of the joint.
– Sacroiliac joint pain can be a challenging condition to diagnose and treat, as it can mimic other causes of low back pain or hip pain. It is important to consult a doctor or a specialist who can perform a thorough physical examination, imaging tests, and other diagnostic procedures to confirm the diagnosis and rule out other possible causes. The treatment options for sacroiliac joint pain may include medication, physical therapy, injections, braces, or surgery, depending on the cause and severity of the condition.
