Exercise physiotherapy is an excellent strategy to combat sacrositity because it repositions the joint in the right place and strengthens the muscles involved that help maintain the stabilization of the pelvic area.
Sacroiliitis occurs when the joints between the sacrum and the iliac bones of the pelvis are affected by inflammation, it can be classified as uni or bilateral, and in the latter case, both sides are affected, causing pain in the back, which can They affect the buttocks and back or inner thighs.
- Sacrosiitis treatment may be done with painkillers and anti-inflammatory drugs.
- As well as physiotherapy sessions.
- The use of continuous-use orthopedic insoles is indicated to balance the height of the legs.
- When the person has an inequality greater than 1 cm in the length of the legs.
Physical therapy is one of the forms of treatment indicated and treatment options include the use of anti-inflammatory devices such as ultrasound, heat, laser and tension, for example, that help reduce local pain by facilitating movement.
Joint mobilization and osteopathic maneuvers may also be indicated for treatment, as well as relaxing back, buttock and rear massages.
Pilates practice is an excellent ally in treatment, helping to properly maintain toned spine support muscles and improving range of motion.Sitting properly, avoiding high-impact sports, such as running and football, are some of the recommendations to follow.
Placing an ice pack in the place of pain for 15 minutes, twice a day, can help with treatment.
The most appropriate exercises are those that involve strengthening the abs, the muscles of the inner face of the thigh and those that help keep the hip properly stable.Examples of exercises to combat sacroiliitis include:
Lie on your back, bend your knees and suck your belly button back, maintaining this contraction of the abdominal cross muscle.The movement consists of lifting the hip from the ground by keeping it high for 5 seconds.Repeat 10 times.
In the same position, you should place a ball about 15 to 18 cm in diameter between your knees.The move consists of pressing the ball for 5 seconds at a time, then releasing it, without dropping the ball.Repeat 10 times.
Lying on your back, keep your legs stretched out, and suck your belly button back to prevent deep abdominal muscles from contracting.The movement is to lift a leg as much as you can and then lower it.Lift each leg 5 times.
Lying on his back, bend one leg while the other stays straight.By raising your right leg to the center, the movement is to imagine that you have a brush on your toes and “draw” circles towards the ceiling.
Sit with your legs slightly stretched and bend your back and lie down slowly, first you should touch the lower back, then the middle and finally the head, turn to one side to lift and then return to the starting position, repeat 3 times.
These exercises can be done daily during treatment, which can take 4 to 8 weeks.
Another treatment option for bilateral sacroiliitis is prolotherapy, which involves injecting sclerosing substances into the ligaments of the joint, which stimulates the production of stiffer and more abundant ligaments and the result would be greater joint stability, some examples of these substances are dextrose and phenol.