Sacroiliitis

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Symptoms

By Mayo Clinic staff

The pain associated with sacroiliitis most commonly occurs in the buttocks and lower back. It can also affect the legs, groin and even the feet. Sacroiliitis pain can be aggravated by:

  • Prolonged standing
  • Bearing weight more on one leg than the other
  • Stair climbing
  • Running
  • Large strides
  • Extreme postures
References
  1. Isaac Z, et al. Sacroiliac joint dysfunction. In: Frontera WR, et al. Essentials of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. 2nd ed. Philadelphia, Pa.: Saunders Elsevier; 2008. http://www.mdconsult.com/das/book/body/199872655-3/994114554/1678/50.html#4-u1.0-B978-1-4160-4007-1..50049-3_767. Accessed May 6, 2010.
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