ISG Blocking | Pain in the spine

ISG Blocking

  • Synonyms:ISG Arthropathy, Peripheral Articular Dysfunction of the ISG, ISG Overload, Sacroiliitis
  • Location of the greatest pain: In the area of the upper inner part of one buttock half, clearly offset from the lumbar spine at the level of the sacrum.
  • PathologyCause:Temporary, reversible “catching” of the ISG joint. Overload – false load reaction (joint irritation), in the context of a rheumatic inflammatory reaction (often: Morbus Bechterew).
  • Age:Any age.
  • Gender:Women = Men
  • Accident:Mostly no specific accident. Step into a hole.

    After working on one side, possibly in a forced posture. After unaccustomed physical strain.

  • Type of pain:Mostly dull continuous pain. Light, stabbing pain when moving in the blocked direction.

    Pain radiating to the buttocks, groin, lumbar spine frequently. More often in combination with other sensations such as tingling, formication.

  • Origin of pain:Sudden onset of pain (lifting / stepping on). Slowly increasing with co-reaction due to another back disease (incorrect loading).
  • Pain occurrence:Persistent pain with persistent blockage or inflammation.

    Pain when walking, bending down. Pain when stretching and bending the hip. Pain when suggesting the cross-legged position.

  • External aspects:Possible tilting of the pelvis. Leg shortening.

All articles in this series:

  1. Pain in the spine
  2. Where is your pain located?
  3. Pain spine – neck
  4. Pain spine – while lying down
  5. Causes
  6. ISG Blocking