The sacroiliac joints are located at the back of your pelvis near the bottom of your spine and along with the connecting ligaments and muscles help support the weight of your body by stabilising your pelvis, allowing for movement and keeping you upright. They act as shock absorbers and distribute your weight across your pelvis. When the bones of the SIJ joint are out of alignment or inflammation occurs in these joints you can experience pain.
Many women experience sacroiliac joint pain during the later stages of pregnancy as a hormone – relaxin released towards the end of pregnancy softens this tissue to increase mobility and prepare for birth. It also makes your joints less stable.
Your physiotherapist will usually perform a full assessment to find the cause of your pain to address any joint or muscle imbalances that may be contributing to it - treatment may include:
Find out more about Sacro-iliac Joint Pain
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While you don’t talk about pelvic health every day, we do!
Our team of pelvic health therapists are passionate about helping you through whatever challenges you’re facing. Talk to us today.
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