What is the sacroiliac joint? The sacroiliac joint (ISG) is the articulated but almost immobile connection between the lower spine (sacrum = Os sacrum) and the two ilia (ilium = Os ilium). Thus, there are two iliosacral joints in the body. The bumpy joint surfaces are covered with a layer of cartilage. Strong, tight ligamentous … Iliosacral Joint: Function, Anatomy, and Diseases
The actively non-moving joint connects the spine with the pelvis and is secured by a strong ligamentous apparatus. It plays a decisive role in our posture, as it distributes the weight of the upper body to the hip joints and legs when standing. When sitting, it transfers the weight to the ischial tuberosities and the … Physiotherapy at ISG Complaints during pregnancy
Exercises In physiotherapy, pregnant women learn specific exercises to loosen the tense back muscles and loosen the ISG blockade. The following exercises should be performed in consultation with the therapist. If the symptoms increase, the exercises must be discontinued. Loosening of the ISG joint: The pregnant woman lies down on her back and puts her … Exercises | Physiotherapy at ISG Complaints during pregnancy
ISG Blockade One speaks of an ISG blockage when the joint play is restricted or even eliminated. 60-80% of the population suffers from this blockade once in their life – mostly women in pregnancy. This is because from about the 6th week of pregnancy the body releases the hormone relaxin. It causes the ligaments of … ISG Blockade | Physiotherapy at ISG Complaints during pregnancy
Back pain Back pain occurs frequently during pregnancy – even more frequently in combination with ISG blockade. Thus nearly all pregnant women with ISG complaints suffer also from back pain. Because when the stabilizing ligaments of the sacroiliac joint loosen, the back muscles try to compensate for the instability. But since they are not actually … Back pain | Physiotherapy at ISG Complaints during pregnancy
Alternative treatment measures In addition to the treatment measures described above, pregnancy gymnastics, pregnancy yoga and acupuncture have also proven to be pain-relieving for ISG complaints. Movements in warm water can also relieve tension and improve mobility. Many pregnant women find it helpful to wear an abdominal belt in order to better distribute the increasing … Alternative treatment measures | Physiotherapy at ISG Complaints during pregnancy
