Sacroiliac Joint (SIJ) Dysfunction

Is extremely common, despite the relatively small amount of attention it gets in comparison to ‘discs’ as a cause of pain.

Provide small degrees of movement which if dysfunctional may result in pains in the lumbar spine, the hips and the lower limbs
Are commonly injured through missing a step, lifting and twisting and due to poor core stability
Will often present with symptoms that mimic a disc injury
Are easily treatable and often resolve fully with minimal need for further treatment (if it is a chronic problem, or a recurring problem then this is not the case)

You can ensure you get an accurate diagnosis and don’t waste hundreds of dollars on MRI scans
Utilise heat or ice to try to minimise the pain locally

Accurately assess you and discuss with you their findings – and why they feel the SIJ is the cause of your pain
Treat the diagnosed dysfunction and possibly supplement the treatment with taping or bracing to assist maintaining the joint position.
Commence you on any stretches that are deemed beneficial
Instigate a home programme of stretches and exercises to minimise teh chance of recurrence
Assess and treat any underlying instability (weak core) issues.