Comprehensive Joint Pain Diagnostics
At Physio Logic NYC, we specialize in diagnosing and treating joint pain, including sacroiliac (SI) joint pain. Degenerative changes within the SI joint can lead to inflammation and discomfort. Our sacroiliac joint injections serve both diagnostic and therapeutic purposes, helping to identify the source of pain and providing relief.
Effective Sacroiliac Joint Injection Treatment
SI joint injections are a minimally invasive procedure designed to reduce inflammation and alleviate pain in the sacroiliac joints. This treatment involves injecting a combination of a local anesthetic and a steroid into the SI joint to provide both immediate and long-term pain relief.
Benefits of Sacroiliac Joint Injections
- Diagnostic Tool: Helps confirm the SI joint as the source of pain if relief is experienced after the injection.
- Pain Relief: Provides significant pain relief that can last from weeks to months.
- Minimally Invasive: Quick procedure with minimal recovery time.
- Inflammation Reduction: Steroids reduce inflammation, providing long-term benefits.
Conditions Treated with Sacroiliac Joint Injections
SI joint injections are effective in treating:
- Degenerative Joint Disease: Degeneration of the SI joint causing pain and inflammation.
- Inflammatory Conditions: Conditions leading to inflammation of the SI joint.
- Chronic Lower Back Pain: Persistent pain in the lower back originating from the SI joint.
What to Expect During the Procedure
During the sacroiliac joint injection procedure:
- Preparation: You will lie on a table in a procedure room, and the injection area will be cleaned.
- Anesthesia: A local anesthetic will be used to numb the injection site.
- Guidance: Using fluoroscopy (a type of imaging), the physician will guide the needle into the SI joint.
- Injection: A mixture of anesthetic and steroid is injected into the SI joint.
- Duration: The entire procedure takes about 30 minutes.
Post-Procedure Care and Expectations
After the procedure:
- Recovery: You will spend about 30 minutes in a recovery room.
- Transportation: It is important to have someone drive you home.
- Initial Discomfort: You may experience an increase in pain once the numbing medicine wears off.
- Steroid Activation: The steroid takes 24-36 hours to become effective.
- Activity Restrictions: Restrict activities for the first 4-5 days following the injection.
Before the Procedure
Preparation steps before your sacroiliac joint injection include:
- Fasting: Do not eat or drink anything after midnight prior to your appointment.
- Medication: Discontinue all medications after midnight before your injection. If you are on routine medications for heart, blood pressure, or diabetes, take them with a sip of water on the morning of your injection.
Why Choose Physio Logic NYC?
At Physio Logic NYC, we prioritize your health and recovery. Our pain management specialists use state-of-the-art techniques to ensure accurate diagnostics and effective treatment. We take a patient-centered approach, ensuring personalized care tailored to your specific needs.
Meet Dr. Tanuj Palvia, MD – Board Certified in Pain Management and Anesthesiology
Dr. Tanuj Palvia, MD
Board Certified in Pain Management and Anesthesiology