SI Joint Steroid Injections
Sacroiliac joint injection or block (SI Joint Injection) is an injection of local anesthetic and a steroid medication into the sacroiliac joint. SI joint injections often relieve hip, back, and pelvic regional pain which may be identified as a direct result of an SI joint injury or in combination with lumbar spine and hip injuries.
Procedure
Patient Sedated
The procedure is performed with the patient lying down. The region of skin and tissue overlying the sacroiliac joint is cleaned and numbed with a local anesthetic delivered through a small needle.
Needle Inserted
Using x-ray guidance (fluoroscopy), the physician guides a larger needle into the sacroiliac joint.
Contrast Dye Injected
Contrast dye is injection into the space to verify needle placement within the SI joint and to verify spread of solution within the joint.
Steroid Injection
A combination of an anesthetic and steroid solution is then injected in the SI joint. The steroid is an anti-inflammatory medication, which may help reduce the inflammation in the joint and alleviate pain. The needle is removed, and a small bandage is applied.
Post Procedure
The patient is moved to a recovery suite and discharged with post procedure instructions.