Pelvis & Sacroiliac Joint

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Appointments can be arranged by telephone or email. Self-funding patients can refer themselves to physio. We do not require a referral from your doctor.

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Conditions

Pelvis & Sacroiliac Joint

The sacroiliac joint connects the hip bones to the sacrum, the triangular bone between the lumbar spine and the tailbone (coccyx). The primary function of the sacroiliac joint is to absorb shock between the upper body and the pelvis and legs.

The sacroiliac joint typically has little motion. Small movements at the joint help with shock absorption and forward/backward bending.

The pelvis absorbs our load but can become dysfunctional. Typically, a sacroiliac dysfunction in the form of an upslip/downslip, inflare/outflare gives rise to lower back pain, buttock pain or referred symptoms into the lower limb. In association with this you may develop Piriformis syndrome or neural tethering.

The pelvis can also be stressed during and after pregnancy manifesting as Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction (SPD). This can be treated at Physio and Health Matters in addition to treatment for incontinence and pelvic floor dysfunction all within highly private and confidential surroundings.

Make an appointment

Appointments can be arranged by telephone or email. Self-funding patients can refer themselves to physio. We do not require a referral from your doctor.

Treatments

Process of Therapy

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Assessment

The physiotherapist will take a history and conduct a physical examination.

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Diagnosis

The findings will then be discussed with you and a diagnosis made.

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Treatment Plan

A treatment plan will be compiled taking into consideration your goals and expectations. The physiotherapist will discuss prognosis and any further investigation that they feel you may need.

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Physiotherapy

Your treatment will commence. This may include manual therapies such as mobilisation or massage, pain relief and anti-inflammatory treatment.