SI Pain in Kingston WA

Do you have lower back or leg pain or both? They may stem from the same source: The Sacroiliac (or SI) joint. Here at Foundation Chiropractic in Kingston WA, we have many patients who come in with these complaints often, so we are well experienced on how to treat this issue. But why is this such a common problem? Looking at the functionality of the joint gives us a clue.

The SI joint is where your lumbar spine meets your pelvis with a joint on either side of your sacrum and is generally immobile except for forward and backward bending. There is also a network of soft tissue surrounding the joint and is purposed to support the joint, help limit movement, and assist with absorbing pressure.

Pain Relief for SI in Kingston WA

However, when someone suffers from SI joint pain, or Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction, it is in large part due to motion. Too much movement, or hypermobility can cause the pelvis to feel unstable leading to pain. This pain from too much motion is typically felt in the lower back and/or hip and may radiate into the groin area. Too little movement, or hypomobility can cause muscle tension, pain, and may prevent mobility further. Pain is typically felt on one side of the low back or buttocks and can radiate down the back of leg and therefore may be diagnosed as sciatica pain. Inflammation of the sacroiliitis (SI) can also produce pelvic stiffness and pain.

For those who suffer from these symptoms, there is hope in the form of chiropractic adjustments and more services available at our clinic. With the right combination of chiropractic visits, massage therapy, acupuncture, laser therapy and more, we can help relieve your chronic pain and get you on the path to wellness. So give us a call at Kingston Crossing Wellenss Clinic in Kingston WA or stop by and see how we can make a positive change in your life!