Lower back pain isn’t always a slipped disc. A spine doctor explains hidden causes like sacroiliac joint arthritis, symptoms, ...
When the sacroiliac joints become inflamed or irritated, it can cause lower back pain and stiffness. This is known as sacroiliitis. In some cases, the pain may also radiate into the hips, buttocks, or ...
This week we are going to discuss sacroiliac joint issues—both iliosacral and sacroiliac dysfunctions, two very different conditions which require specific treatment. Iliosacral dysfunctions are the ...
The sacrum is a bone at the back of the pelvis between the hip bones. A sacral fracture can cause symptoms including lower back and buttock pain, swelling, and reduced bowel and bladder control.
Acupuncture is a complementary therapy often used to treat different types of pain. This includes lower back pain that may be related to your sacroiliac (SI) joint. The SI joint connects your sacrum ...
Sacral insufficiency fractures are types of stress fractures that typically occur in older people, especially older people who were assigned female at birth with osteoporosis. As we age, our bodies ...
The lumbosacral joint, also called L5-S1, is a term used to describe a part of the spine. L5-S1 is the exact spot where the lumbar spine ends and the sacral spine begins. The lumbosacral joint ...
You may think a massage is all luxury. It’s the highlight of any spa day. A sacral massage is a bit different, however.‌ Craniosacral massage therapy includes the brain, spinal cord, and sacrum, while ...