Sacroiliac Joint Injection

Premier Pain & Spine of Chicago is at the forefront of offering cutting-edge pain management solutions tailored to the unique needs of each patient. Our Sacroiliac Joint Injection service is a specialized procedure designed to diagnose and alleviate pain stemming from the sacroiliac joint. This minimally invasive treatment is part of our comprehensive approach to pain management, providing both diagnostic clarity and therapeutic relief.

What is a Sacroiliac Joint Injection?

The sacroiliac joint is a critical linkage system between your lower spine and pelvis. Pain in this joint can be debilitating, affecting your ability to perform daily activities. A Sacroiliac Joint Injection is a procedure that delivers pain-relieving medication directly into the sacroiliac joint. The injection typically contains a corticosteroid to reduce inflammation and an anesthetic for immediate pain relief. This dual-action approach offers both short-term and long-term benefits.

Conditions Treated

Sacroiliac Joint Injections are primarily used to treat sacroiliac joint dysfunction, which can arise from a variety of causes, including:

Arthritis
Injury or trauma
Pregnancy-related changes
Mechanical stress
Inflammatory joint disease

Procedure

Performed as an outpatient service, the Sacroiliac Joint Injection procedure includes the following steps:

Preparation: The patient is positioned to allow easy access to the sacroiliac joint, and the skin over the area is cleaned.
Imaging Guidance: Fluoroscopy, a type of real-time x-ray, is used to guide the needle accurately into the sacroiliac joint.
Injection: A combination of anesthetic and anti-inflammatory medication is injected directly into the joint.
Monitoring: Post-procedure, patients are observed for a short period to ensure there are no immediate complications and to assess the relief provided by the injection.

Benefits

Diagnostic and Therapeutic: Helps in diagnosing the source of pain and provides significant relief.
Targeted Relief: Directly targets the area of pain for effective treatment.
Minimally Invasive: Avoids the need for more invasive surgical procedures.
Quick Recovery: Patients can often resume their normal activities the same day or the next day.

Why Choose Premier Pain & Spine of Chicago?

Expertise: Our team includes board-certified specialists with deep expertise in sacroiliac joint problems.
Advanced Techniques: We utilize the latest imaging technology for precise injections and effective treatments.
Personalized Care: We understand that pain is personal. Every patient receives a customized treatment plan.
Comprehensive Approach: As the leading pain management practice in Chicago, we offer a broad range of services to address all aspects of pain.