Sacroiliac Joint Information and Home Exercise Program
Gently drop the involved hip off the chair in a pain-free range and then raise the hip and pelvis ?hiking? them up and away from the floor. Perform repetitions,.
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The sacroiliac joint or "SI" joint is an irregularly shaped joint which joins the base of the spine (sacrum) with
the pelvic bone (ilium). The pubic bone, which is part of the pelvis, is also a joint which moves in synchrony
with the "SI" joint. These joints all move slightly during bending, walking, etc. If trauma or repetitive overuse
occurs, the motion in these joints may increase and become "hypermobile" (looser than normal), causing
excessive
wear and
t
ear and pain.
To prevent irritation of a "SI" joint problem follow these recommendations:
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Don't skip steps up or downstairs.
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Don't jump on one leg.
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Don't take long steps.
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Don't cross your legs. Do sit with your legs wide. Maintain erect posture.
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Don't stand with weight on one side.
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Don't carry heavy objects (groceries, baby) on one side (hip or shoulder).
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Use caution during sexual activity. (If you have questions, consult your therapist).
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Avoid having partner bear weight on you. Be in a non-weight bearing position.
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Avoid positions which causes asymmetry (increased weight bearing on one side more than the other).
