Exercises for Sciatica Caused Due To Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction

Not many have heard about the sacroiliac joint despite it being one of the strongest joint of the human body. The function of this joint is to provide support to the entire upper part of the body and distribute it all around the pelvic region. It is a shock absorber too. The dysfunction of this joint is usually related to sciatica.

The dysfunction is caused due to the inflammation and muscular imbalance around this joint. The effects of the sacroiliac dysfunction can be reduced with the help of various therapies, injections, medications, and light exercises.

As the sciatic nerve is the thickest and the longest nerve in the human body, it originates in the lower back area where the other spinal nerves branch off. The largest portion of this nerve is around the pelvis area. So, the irritation in the sciatic nerve may be due to the nerve getting caught in the bony area right on top of the sacroiliac joint. There are other structures like ligaments, tendons and the bones in this area which may impinge the sciatic nerve, thus resulting in severe pain.

A number of tests would be required to detect sciatic pain due to Sacroiliac joint dysfunction. These tests would be X-rays, blood tests and magnetic imaging. Only then a confirmation could be made on the existence of this condition.

Well, there are various treatments to manage this problem, but exercises are the best. There are exercises that can help recover the dysfunction of the SI joint and restore its normal state. 'Single knee to chest stretches' are effective and simple to perform.

Just bring the knee of one foot to the chest until you feel a stretch; then repeat with the other leg. You must do it ten times for each leg. In the second activity you must lie in the prone position and with your pelvis area in touch with the floor, press the floor with your hands to raise the upper body. Hold this position for 5 seconds initially to 30 seconds eventually. You can also try rotating your lumbar region. Lie flat with your spine erect on the floor. Keep your knees bent and then rock them side to side. Your thighs must rub against each other with your knees a little apart. Perform this activity for 30 seconds maximum, in one go.

You must be very careful while doing exercise for the back and must not push yourself too hard. Trying too hard would mean to put your condition at a higher risk. The information provided above about the sacroiliac joint dysfunction and the exercises to ease the pain caused by it would definitely help you whatsoever.