Sacroiliac (SI) Joint Fusion

Sacroiliac (SI) joint fusion surgery may be recommended when pain in the SI joint does not subside with more conservative treatments. The sacroiliac joint connects the iliac bones of the pelvis to the sacrum, the lowest part of the spine above the tailbone. This joint plays a crucial role in absorbing shock to protect the spine. Dr. Sina Rajamand, a specialist at Saint Mary’s Brain and Spine Surgery in Reno, performs SI joint fusion surgery to alleviate pain and restore function.

The sacroiliac joint is primarily a flexor joint rather than one that allows free movement. However, wear and tear, inflammatory joint disease, degenerative conditions like osteoarthritis, or trauma can lead to pain and symptoms, including:

Lower back pain
Radiating pain into the lower extremities
Pelvic pain
Groin pain
Leg instability
Pain when sitting, standing, or transitioning between positions

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Minimally-Invasive SI Joint Fusion

When pain injections, physical therapy, or other treatments fail to provide relief, you may be recommended for minimally-invasive SI joint fusion surgery. In this procedure, Dr. Sina Rajamand inserts titanium implants across the sacroiliac (SI) joint to stabilize and support the area. The bones on either side of the joint fuse to the implants, forming a single, strong structure that prevents movement and eliminates the source of pain.

Dr. Rajamand specializes in true minimally-invasive procedures, using tiny incisions and advanced surgical tools with cameras to access the joint and perform precise operations. This approach significantly reduces the risk of damaging nearby tissues and lowers the risk of infection. Smaller incisions and less trauma at the surgical site also lead to faster healing and recovery. SI joint fusion surgery typically takes about an hour, and most patients can go home the same day.

If you suffer from lower back pain or radiating pain in the legs, groin, or pelvis, contact Saint Mary’s Brain and Spine Surgery in Reno to schedule an exam and consultation with Dr. Sina Rajamand. A sacroiliac (SI) joint fusion could be the solution to your pain and other symptoms.

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