Sacroiliac joints
The sacroiliac joints are located in the pelvis between the sacrum and the ilium. The sacroiliac joints play a significant role in stress absorption and the general smooth operation of the lower spine, despite the fact that the movements of the joints themselves are restricted.
What is sacroiliac joint pain – Causes and symptoms
Sacroiliac joint pain is the pain that develops in the sacroiliac joints as a result of the inflammation that occurs there. The inflammation may be caused by the fusion of the involved bones over the years, due to arthritis, pregnancy, injury, or other factors.
It typically coexists with or is linked to conditions including chronic spinal inflammation, chronic back pain, localized muscle weakness, and hip joint inflammation.
Apart from the joints themselves, the rest of the pelvis may also experience pain. This condition makes it difficult for a person to perform daily tasks including walking, sitting, and standing. Due to increasing pain, sleep is frequently disturbed as well. Daily patient functionality is reduced and, therefore, Quality of Life is affected.