Feb 22, 2024 · These joints sit where the lower spine and pelvis meet. Sacroiliitis can cause pain and stiffness in the buttocks or lower back, and the pain might go down one or both legs. Standing or sitting for a long time or climbing stairs can make the pain worse.

Sacroiliac joint pain is most commonly felt in the low back and buttock but can also be referred into the thigh and leg. If numbness and tingling or weakness is present, an alternative diagnosis should be considered.

Feb 22, 2024 · This joint inflammation can cause pain in the buttocks or lower back. The pain can go down one or both legs.

Aug 19, 2024 · Yes, I'm fused L2-L5 and about two years after the fusion I developed serious lower back pain. It may be SI, but I've had SI injections and they have now quit working. A SPECT done about two years ago showed active arthritis at the base of the spine and in the R S-I joint.

Sep 15, 2024 · Recently underwent Ifuse SI joint fusion which has provided about 70% relief from SI joint pain, but am now dealing with compensation in my hips which have mild OA but have really flared up as my activity levels increased after the fusion 4 months ago.

Jun 23, 2021 · There are a number of exercises shown online for a painful SI joint. Here is one resource showing some of them: https://www.spine-health.com/wellness/exercise/strengthening-exercises-sacroiliac-joint-pain-relief. Finally, there a a couple of home remedies that can sometimes help with acute pain -

Jan 24, 2025 · Medical care can move very slow yet SI injection removed bottom 1/3 of pain, but still only lasted 7 weeks. L4-L3-L2 epidural lasted 1 1/2 days. All resulting from 5hrs of heavy lifting & straining low back muscles.

Oct 2, 2024 · SI joint problems can be caused by: Congenital problems. People born with an abnormal curvature in their spines or who have one leg shorter than the other are at higher risk of SI joint pain. Trauma. The SI joint can be injured in car crashes or from falls. Spine surgeries.

Jul 31, 2024 · Symptoms are in the SI joint ligament, and in my left but cheek. Also a lot of hamstring and calf pain (pulling feelings) as well as cramps in foot and some mild shock pain in leg and sometimes foot/toe.

Aug 3, 2024 · Yes, the S-I joint now is painful, Steroid injections at the S-I were helpful for the first year or two but have since stopped helping. The pain is such that it interferes with walking; I can walk for about 5 minutes before pain demands a retreat.