Motion Specific Release

The sacroiliac (SI) joints connect the spine to the pelvis and help transfer forces between the upper body and legs. When pain develops in this region, simple activities such as walking, climbing stairs, getting out of a chair, or turning in bed can become surprisingly difficult. But pain felt near the SI joint does not always come from the joint itself. The lumbar spine, hips, muscles, ligaments, and other structures can produce similar symptoms, making careful assessment es

In some people, pain, tingling, numbness, or weakness may arise farther along the sciatic pathway. The nerve can become irritated within the pelvis, deep gluteal region, or upper thigh. This group of conditions is often discussed under the broader term deep gluteal syndrome.

Piriformis Syndrome (PS) is a type of sciatica in which the piriformis muscle in the buttock irritates or compresses the sciatic nerve,...