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Sacroiliac Joint Syndrome
In close proximity to the spine is a joint called the sacroiliac
joint. This is where the spine joins to the pelvis and there
is one on each side. These are large joints and usually
they do not mover much. Sometimes, because of trauma, age
or several other reasons, these joints can become painful.
This generally results in pain in the low back and buttocks,
which can change with position.
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Sacroiliac Joint Injection or Block
Injections, also known as blocks, are the direct delivery
of steroids or anesthetic to nerve, joint or epidural space.
These may provide relief of pain and can be used to confirm
diagnosis.
Sacroiliac (SI) joint blocks are injections that are primarily
used for diagnosing and treating the low back pain associated
with sacroiliac joint dysfunction. The SI joint lies next
to the spine and connects the bottom of the spine with the
pelvis.
In an SI joint block approach, the physiatrist uses fluoroscopic
guidance (live x-ray) and inserts a needle into the sacroiliac
joint to inject a numbing agent and an anti-inflammatory
medication.
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