Sacroiliac joint injection

Procedure Information

What is a Sacroiliac Joint Injection?

A sacroiliac joint injection is a procedure in which corticosteroids, anesthetics, and/or other anti-inflammatory medications are injected into the sacroiliac joint to reduce pain and inflammation.

Why Would I Get a Sacroiliac Joint Injection?

A sacroiliac joint injection may be recommended as a treatment if you experience pain due to injury or chronic inflammation in the sacroiliac joint, a joint located near the base of the spine. This type of injection is often used to help diagnose the source of the pain.

What Happens During a Sacroiliac Joint Injection?

During the procedure, you will be lying down on an examination table and your skin around the injection site will be cleansed. Then your doctor will use a guided imaging tool to locate the injection site and inject a mixture of the medications into the joint.

What to Expect After a Sacroiliac Joint Injection?

Pain relief is usually experienced within 48 hours after the injection and can last from several days up to a few months. Some patients may also notice a slight burning sensation around the injection site during the first few days after the injection.

Conclusion

A sacroiliac joint injection is a procedure that may be used to treat pain associated with injury or chronic inflammation of the sacroiliac joint. During the procedure, medications are injected into the joint using a guided imaging tool. Relief can be expected within 48 hours after the injection and can last for up to a few months.