Sacroiliitis

What it is, how it manifests, and can physical therapy can help.

Sacroiliitis is inflammation of the sacroiliac joint(s) and is characterized by pain into the buttocks often localized to one side or the other. Studies show that 15-25% of chronic low back pain is sacroiliac joint pain in origin. It is a subcategory of low back pain and requires specific assessment to determine if the cause of the pain is originating from the sacroiliac joint itself, as there are other conditions such as disc pathology and radicular pain which can present with similar location of pain.

Sacroiliac pain is frequently experienced during pregnancy, but often occurs in non-pregnant people as well. Muscle imbalance and muscle weakness are common causes of this dysfunction and can be addressed through manual therapy and corrective exercise. If traditional physical therapy has not produced the desired results, a consult with a pelvic health physical therapist may be warranted, as dysfunction in the pelvic floor muscles can contribute to ongoing SI joint dysfunction.

Experiencing
Sacroiliitis
or related symptoms? Pelvic floor physical therapy can help.

Mendwell is a Pelvic Health Physical Therapy clinic serving patients in Portland, Lake Oswego, Beaverton, and Tigard. Our team of specialists are passionate about helping patients improve pelvic function, relieve pain, and get back to feeling their best. Reach out to learn how we can help.

Other names for this condition

  • Sacroiliac Joint Pain