What is sacroiliac joint pain?

The sacroiliac joint connects the lower back to the pelvis and is created by the ilium and the sacrum (2 bones which form part of the pelvis). There are two sacroiliac joints – one on the left and one on the right side. Sacroiliac joint pain effects both men and women of all ages but is most common in active females aged 2040. It is also common in sports people, and pregnant women.

The sacroiliac joint is also susceptible to inflammatory conditions such as Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS). When the sacroiliac joint becomes inflamed it is known as sacroiliitis.

The symptoms of sacroiliac joint pain?

Symptoms of sacroiliac joint dysfunction:

Pain in the lower back and buttock which can refer into the groin and leg
Pain with prolonged standing, climbing stairs and rolling over in bed
Pain over the lower back (located, in particular, under the dimples in your lower back)
Symptoms of sacroiliitis:

Pain that wakes you at night
Pain that is not improving with physiotherapy and rehabilitation
Prolonged early morning stiffness and pain