Sacroiliac Joint Pain Treatment

Treatment depends on the cause of the pain. Any underlying condition would receive treatment specific for that disease. For stress fractures, doctors recommend limited weight-bearing. Regardless of the cause, short-term rest is often advised.

Other treatment may include:

Medication

Your doctor may recommend or prescribe any of the following:

• Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as:
  • Aspirin
  • Ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil)
• Pain medication- acetaminophen (Tylenol)
• Steroid injections into the sacroiliac joint
• Antibiotics for infected joints

Physical Therapy

Physical therapy may include:

• Exercises to stretch the muscles of the lower back
• Exercises to strengthen the muscles which support the area
• Exercises to affect the motion of the sacroiliac joint
• Applying ice to the painful area
• Applying deep heat to the sore area

Back Care

Prevent stress to the painful area with the following:

• Proper bending
• Proper lifting
• No twisting of the body