SI Joint Mobilization/Manipulation Salt Lake City, UT

SI Joint Mobilization/Manipulation

What Is Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction?

There are many different terms for sacroiliac joint problems including: SI joint dysfunction, sacroiliac joint disease, SI joint syndrome, SI joint strain, and SI joint inflammation. Basically, these terms describe abnormalities or injury of the sacroiliac (SI) joints. The SI joints connect the spine to the pelvis and are formed by the connection of the sacrum and right and left iliac bones. The sacrum, or lower portion of the spine, is made up of five vertebrae that are fused together and do not move. The iliac bones are the two large bones that make up the pelvis. Many conditions can cause pain that arises from the sacroiliac joints including degenerative arthritis (osteoarthritis), gout, rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and conditions that alter the walking pattern.

The two sides of the sacroiliac joint normally work together. If one side becomes stiff they will not move together, and this is what causes the pain and stiffness. Pain is often made worse with walking and bending.

Get relief from back pain and sciatica without medication

Sciatica and back pain are often related. But the causes of these conditions are different. Any injury or overuse of back muscles can cause pain in the back. On the other hand, compression, irritation, and inflammation of the sciatic nerve can develop sciatica. The symptoms of sciatica are weakness, back pain, and numbness that radiates along the sciatic nerve. Avoiding these forms of pain can affect the quality of your life.  

Whether it is your sciatica or back pain, our Salt Lake City, Utah, physical therapists can help you. Our Physical therapists are specialized in treating a wide range of back injuries and pain without any medication or invasive treatment. We utilize 100% natural and effective treatment techniques to ease pain and restore movement. Contact Balanced Body Physical Therapy to learn more about our service and treatment plan.  

What are the causes of sciatica and back pain? 

Sciatica 

The following conditions and factors can cause sciatica.

  • Bulging or herniated disc
  • Spinal tumor
  • Piriformis syndrome
  • Spondylolisthesis
  • Lumbar spinal stenosis
  • Spinal cord injury
  • Obesity
  • Degenerative disk disease
  • Abnormal narrowing of the spinal canal
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Cauda equina syndrome

Back pain 

Common causes of back pain include:

  • Arthritis
  • Sciatica
  • Ruptured disks
  • Bulging disks
  • Osteoporosis
  • Abnormal curvature of the spine
  • Muscle spasm
  • Muscle tension
  • Strained ligaments or muscles
  • Overstretching
  • Accident and sports injury

Treatment for back pain and sciatica

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Sciatica and back pain are both completely treatable through physical therapy. At Balanced Body Physical Therapy, therapists utilize personalized physical therapy treatment in order to manage and ease the pain. At your first visit, our therapist will perform a full-body evaluation. During your evaluation, therapists will check your medication history and evaluate your physical strength, pain level, range of motion, and mobility. This will help our therapists to design an individualized treatment plan that best suits your needs and provide the quickest relief from pain. Our experts may utilize the following approaches to treat back pain and sciatica. 

  • Hot & cold therapy
  • Massage therapy
  • Ultrasound therapy
  • Stretching exercises
  • ROM training
  • Fall prevention program
  • Strengthening exercises
  • Dry needling

These PT modalities can help you get relief from pain and improve flexibility, muscle strength, range of motion, mobility, and balance. Our experts will also offer home-based exercises and pain management strategies to manage pain and restore the ability to do everyday work.    

Schedule an appointment today! 

If you are looking for physical therapy treatment in Salt Lake City, Utah, visit Balanced Body Physical Therapy. Our therapists will help you to find the causes of your pain and develop a personalized treatment plan to ease pain from the root. Contact us today to book an appointment with our physical therapist. 

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