Sacroiliac joint injection (procedure)
Learn about Sacroiliac joint injection (procedure), including indications, steps, recovery, and risks.
Overview
SI joint injections deliver anesthetic and steroid to diagnose or treat SI joint pain.
Indications
Suspected SI joint–mediated pain after clinical assessment.
Procedure overview
Under imaging guidance, medication is injected into the joint.
Recovery
Typically same‑day with activity modification.
Risks and complications
Bleeding, infection, or transient pain flare.
Alternatives
Physical therapy and medication management.
SI joint injections deliver anesthetic and steroid to diagnose or treat SI joint pain.
Indications
Suspected SI joint–mediated pain after clinical assessment.
Procedure overview
Under imaging guidance, medication is injected into the joint.
Recovery
Typically same‑day with activity modification.
Risks and complications
Bleeding, infection, or transient pain flare.
Alternatives
Physical therapy and medication management.