Can you fuse both SI joints at the same time?

SI joint fusion is a minimally invasive surgical procedure to fuse one or both joints. If both joints require fusion, typically only one joint is fused per surgical procedure and is spaced over a few months’ time.

How many SI joint injections can you get?

Corticosteroids have potential side effects, so your doctor will likely prescribe a maximum of two or three therapeutic SI joint injections over a 12-month period.

Are you put to sleep for SI joint injection?

The procedure: All patients are taken to the procedure room on a hospital bed. Once in the procedure room you will be given sedation to help make you comfortable. A cold cleaning solution will be placed on your skin to help decrease chances of infection.

How long does it take a sacroiliac joint injection to work?

The steroid medication takes 2-3 days to start having an effect in most people. Using an ice pack applied three or four times a day can help alleviate the discomfort at the injection site. You may take your usual pain medication after the injection.

Can the SI joint separate?

Rather, it is composed of many individual bands that go between the sacrum and ilium. When sprained, these interosseous ligament bands do not tear; instead, they pull away from their insertion into either the sacrum or ilium [1, 2]. As a result, the joint surfaces separate slightly.

Who is a good candidate for SI joint fusion?

Good Candidates for Surgery with the Rialto SI Fusion System Have had a positive response to SI joint injection(s), and. Have tried, with no lasting relief, other conservative care options such as physical therapy, chiropractic care, medications, or injections for at least six months.

Can I walk after SI joint injection?

You may have a period of slightly increased pain after your injection before the cortisone takes effect. You may resume all of your normal daily activities 24 hours after your injection. It is OK to restart your exercise or Physical Therapy program as soon as you feel comfortable doing so.

What happens if SI joint injection doesn’t work?

Dr. Kellogg may recommend a cortisone shot to lessen the inflammation. If the steroid shot doesn’t work, he can use a nerve block to your SI joint that provides pain relief.

Does SI joint pain ever go away?

Acute SI joint pain occurs suddenly and usually heals within several days to weeks. Chronic SI joint pain persists for more than three months; it may be felt all the time or worsen with certain activities.

How many SI joint injections can you get in a year?

It is never recommended that patients receive more than three injections in a six-month time frame. SI joint injections are not a permanent cure for joint pain, but they can provide long-lasting relief and help your doctor determine the source of your discomfort.

What is a sacroiliac joint steroid injection?

Sacroiliac Joint Steroid Injection. The two sacroiliac joints are placed one on the right side and the other on the left. Any inflammation or dysfunction on this area can cause severe pain. The sacroiliac joint injection procedure has a two-fold purpose: to locate the source or cause of the patient’s pain or condition, and to alleviate the pain.

Should I get a steroid injection for my joint pain?

If you have pain stemming from joint inflammation, then you may benefit from a steroid injection. Typically, a joint injection is recommended for those who do not respond to other conservative treatments, such as oral anti-inflammatory medication, rest or physical therapy.

What can you expect after a diagnostic SI joint injection?

The injection is done using fluoroscopic or CT guidance to ensure the injection is delivered directly into the joint. What can you expect after a diagnostic SI joint injection? If you have significant reduction in your SI joint pain from the injection, then the SI joint is a likely source of your pain.