Sacroiliac Joint Fusion
At Paragon Sport Spine & Wellness, we provide Sacroiliac Joint Fusion (SI Joint Fusion) as an effective solution for patients suffering from chronic pain due to sacroiliac joint dysfunction. This minimally invasive procedure stabilizes the sacroiliac joint, helping to alleviate pain and improve mobility in patients who haven’t found relief with other treatments.
What is Sacroiliac Joint Fusion?
Sacroiliac Joint Fusion is a minimally invasive surgical procedure designed to stabilize the sacroiliac joint, which connects the lower spine to the pelvis. This joint can become a source of chronic pain due to injury, arthritis, or wear and tear, leading to discomfort in the lower back, buttocks, and legs. During the SI Joint Fusion procedure, small implants are used to fuse the joint, reducing motion and relieving pain.
The procedure is performed with a small incision, and because it’s minimally invasive, recovery time is faster than traditional surgeries.
How Does Sacroiliac Joint Fusion Relieve Pain?
The SI Joint Fusion procedure works by stabilizing the sacroiliac joint, which helps reduce or eliminate the abnormal movement causing the pain. The steps include:
- A small incision is made over the sacroiliac joint.
- Special surgical instruments are used to insert small implants or bone graft material into the joint.
- These implants help the bones fuse over time, stabilizing the joint and reducing pain.
By eliminating the excessive movement in the sacroiliac joint, the fusion procedure provides long-lasting relief for chronic pain and allows patients to regain their mobility.
Conditions Treated by Sacroiliac Joint Fusion
Sacroiliac Joint Fusion is used to treat pain and dysfunction caused by:
- Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction
- Degenerative Sacroiliitis
- Trauma or Injury to the Sacroiliac Joint
- Arthritis of the Sacroiliac Joint
- Failed Back Surgery Syndrome
This procedure is particularly beneficial for patients who have not found relief from other treatments such as physical therapy, injections, or medication.
Safety and Effectiveness of Sacroiliac Joint Fusion
SI Joint Fusion is considered a safe and highly effective procedure. It is performed using minimally invasive techniques, which reduces the risk of complications, lowers recovery time, and leads to faster healing. Most patients experience significant pain relief within weeks after the procedure, with continued improvement over time as the bones fuse.
Performed under imaging guidance, this procedure is precise and ensures the safe placement of implants, resulting in lasting pain relief and improved function.
