Sacroiliac joint dysfunction (SI joint) involves injury to the sacroiliac joint that typically presents as low back pain on one side of the body. The main function of the SI joints is to provide a stable yet flexible support to the upper body while distributing the load from the lower extremities throughout the rest of the body. SI joint dysfunction can arise due to an acute trauma to the joint, pregnancy and childbirth, or conditions like arthritis and scoliosis. Physical therapy can address SI joint pain, help to stabilize the joint, and improve function through targeted stretching and strengthening exercises and manual therapy.

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Sacroiliac joint dysfunction involves pain and altered function in the sacroiliac joints of the pelvis and is often associated with low back pain. The sacroiliac joint absorbs shock placed on the lower body to reduce pressure felt in the lower spine. Physical therapy is an essential component of sacroiliac joint dysfunction rehabilitation, reducing pain and restoring normal pelvic symmetry through therapeutic exercise and manual therapy.