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The SI Joint and Human Health

The Sacroiliac Joint: A Core Component of Human Health

The study of biomechanics offers the potential to improve human health by understanding the interconnectedness of the musculoskeletal system. While the body is a complex system, the sacroiliac joint (SIJ) is a critical part that has been overlooked for far too long.

As a central hub for both motion and shock absorption, the SIJ plays a vital role in overall health and can be a significant source of back pain when dysfunctional.

While the lumbar spine is often targeted in the treatment of back pain, the sacroiliac joint (SIJ) is appearing as a primary driver of these issues. Recent research suggests that SIJ dysfunction can:

  • Coexist with disc herniations
  • Be the underlying cause of disc herniations

It’s crucial for healthcare providers to consider the SIJ as a potential source of back pain and to incorporate appropriate diagnostic and treatment strategies.

The Serola Sacroiliac Belt: A Simple Screening Tool for SIJ Dysfunction

While lumbar disc herniation stays a common diagnosis, the role of the sacroiliac joint (SIJ) in back pain is often overlooked. The Serola SI Joint Belt offers a simple and cost-effective method to screen for SIJ dysfunction. By reducing pain, the belt can provide strong evidence that the SIJ is a significant contributor to a patient’s symptoms. Healthcare providers should consider incorporating this tool into their clinical practice to find patients who may benefit from targeted SIJ treatment.

The Serola Theory: A New Perspective on Musculoskeletal Biomechanics

Dr. Serola’s extensive research in biomechanics has led to the development of the Serola Theory. This theory offers a novel perspective on the integration of the musculoskeletal system, focusing on areas often overlooked in traditional research. By understanding the underlying biomechanical principles, healthcare professionals can gain valuable insights into the diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal disorders.

Types of Pain Relief

Hip Pain Relief
Hip Pain and The SI Joint – The Serola Sacroiliac Belt:

A Solution for Hip Pain Hip pain can often be misdiagnosed due to its ability to manifest in various parts of the body, including the lower back, neck, and legs. This pain often arises from ligament strain or tears in the pelvic region, leading to instability and discomfort.

The Serola Sacroiliac Belt offers a non-invasive solution by providing external support to the SI joint. By stabilizing the joint and reducing muscle strain, the belt can significantly alleviate hip pain and improve overall mobility. Healthcare providers may consider recommending the Serola Belt to patients experiencing hip pain as a conservative treatment choice.

Health and Medical FAQs

What is the Sacroiliac Joint and how does it work?
The sacroiliac joints are two of the most important support centers of the body, positioned where the body’s weight transfers from the spine obliquely through the pelvis to the legs. Studies conclude that the sacroiliac joints are important sensors of large force streams between the trunk and legs in which the largest muscles of the body are involved. In this respect, the sacroiliac joint functions as a multi-directional force transducer. The base of the spinal column, the sacrum, is supported at its attachment to the iliac bones of the pelvis solely by strong ligaments that make up the sacroiliac joints. Within these ligaments are nerves which control and orient the body’s posture. Sprain of these ligaments caused instability (looseness) which leads to muscle spasm, pain, and postural imbalances throughout the body.
Can a SIJ injury cause sciatica pain?
Yes, as a matter of fact, muscular adaptations to SIJ injury are the main cause of sciatic pain for two reasons, which are both related to compression of the sciatic nerve. In combination, the pelvic muscles alter the structural balance, causing narrowing of the nerve root opening, which puts pressure on the sciatic nerve roots as they exit the spine. The piriformis is one particular muscle that plays a more direct role in protecting an injured SIJ. The sciatic nerve runs either through, or just below this muscle so that, when tight to protect the SIJ, the piriformis can compress the sciatic nerve.
What are some dos and don’ts for the Sacroiliac Joint?

Please see all of Dr. Serola’s Dos and Don’ts for the Sacroiliac Joint.

Disc vs. Sacroiliac Joint

Prior to 1934, when lumbar disc herniation was discovered, the sacroiliac joint was thought to be the major source of low back pain. About that time, concern was diverted to surgical remedies for discs which, although providing dramatic relief in some cases, have proven to be limited in relieving many low back complaints.  With the recent emergence of biomechanical science, the sacroiliac joints are again considered to play a pivotal role in the total musculoskeletal complex.

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