This article will discuss Sacral pain, its causes and tests. We will also discuss common questions related to Sacral pain.
The Sacral pain or sacroiliitis occurs when some abnormality or injury irritates the place where the spine and pelvis meet. Various types of conditions can be responsible for the condition like arthritis, injury, fracture etc. Therapy, medications and injections can be used to correct the condition at times.
What is Sacral Pain or Sacroiliitis?
Sacral pain or Sacroiliitis is the discomfort or abnormality in or around the Sacral region. Sacral bone has connected muscles and bone, any abnormality to these connecting muscles or bones can lead to Sacral pain. Sacral pain can also be due to injuries, accidents, infections etc. A person with Sacral pain should consult a healthcare provider to detect possible causes. Ignoring Sacral pain can make it worse and needs more time for recovery. Sacral pain conditions can be treated with medications, exercise or rest and sometimes need surgery if the condition is serious.
Main Causes of Sacral Pain or Sacroiliitis?
Sacral pain is irritating making it difficult for a person to stand and walk. There are various reasons for Sacral pain and these causes include:
Trauma
A person having a fall, whiplash or blow injury can cause pain in the Sacral. Trauma can have multiple reaosns including strains, stress and sudden pressure on the vertebrae.
Arthritis
This is one of the main causes of sacral pain, arthritis is the inflammation in the joints and it can also affect the sacral joints. There are two types of arthritis, which can affect the sacral bone:
Ankylosing spondylitis: This condition is caused by arthritis in the spine joints, sacroiliitis is considered as the early sign of ankylosing spondylitis.
Psoriatic arthritis: This condition is the combination of psoriasis and arthritis, which causes arthritis symptoms in joints and psoriasis (scaly skin).
Pregnancy
Sacroilic joints can loose up or stretch during the period of pregnancy. The way of walking during pregnancy also puts strain on the sacroiliac joint. This leads to the pain and stiffness in the sacral joint.
Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is the condition of degradation of sacral bone over time, which weakens the sacral bones and causes pain. The density and quality of the sacral bone degrade with time which makes it more prone to fractures and and bone-related conditions.
Other Reasons for the Sacral Pain
- Infections.
- Spondyloarthropathy
- Enthesopathy
- Lumbar fusion
- Scoliosis etc.
Which Tests Are Used To Detect Sacral Pain?
There are various types of tests used to diagnose Sacral pain. These tests include:
- X-rays Sacral (Book Now)
- MRI Sacral (Book Now)
- CT Sacral (Book Now)
- Physical Examinations (Book Now)
Conclusion
Sacral pain or Sacroiliitis is the discomfort or abnormality in or around the Sacral region. Sacral bone has connected muscles and bone, any abnormality to these connecting muscles or bones can lead to Sacral pain. Sacral pain can also be due to injuries, accidents, infections etc. There are various treatments for Sacral pain conditions like medications, rest, ice packs, splints etc. There are various tests used for the detection of Sacral pain and patients can choose Ganesh Diagnostic Centre for Sacral pain tests.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is Sacral Pain?
Sacral pain is the discomfort or abnormality in or around the Sacral of the spinal cord.
What are the various symptoms related to the Sacral abnormality?
Various symptoms related to Sacral pain include swelling, itching, numbness, and not being walk and stand properly.
What are the Causes of Sacral Pain?
Various causes of Sacral pain include accidents or injuries, pregnancy, osteoarthritis, ligament sprain, Trauma etc.
Which tests are used for Sacral Pain Diagnosis?
Various tests, including CT, MRI, X-rays, and physical examination, are used to diagnose Sacral pain.
What is the ICD-10 code for Sacral Pain Unspecified?
The ICD-10 code for unspecified Sacral pain is M54.50.
How can Patients download Sacral Pain Test Reports Online?
Patients can visit Ganesh's diagnostic website or call at 011-47-444-444 / 011-47-333-333 to download the Sacral pain test report online.
Which Ganesh Diagnostic Centre is near me in Delhi for the Sacral Pain Tests?
Ganesh Diagnostic centres for Sacral pain tests are at Rohini, Nangloi, Model Town, Hari Nagar, Mangol Puri and Yamuna Vihar.
