The sacroiliac (SI) joint is a key structural joint that connects your pelvis to the base of your spine (sacrum). Though often overlooked, it plays a major role in supporting your upper body, stabilizing your hips, and enabling smooth movement between your spine and lower extremities. When this joint becomes misaligned or dysfunctional, it can lead to a cascade of problems—ranging from localized pain to issues that affect your gait, posture, and overall quality of life.

At Camarata Chiropractic & Wellness in North Chili, NY, we help patients every day who suffer from sacroiliac joint dysfunction using targeted chiropractic adjustments and holistic care strategies.

What Causes Sacroiliac Joint Misalignment?

Sacroiliac joint dysfunction or misalignment can stem from a variety of factors, including:

• Poor posture and prolonged sitting

• Pregnancy and childbirth (due to ligament laxity and pelvic changes)

• Uneven leg length or pelvic tilting

• Sports injuries or trauma

• Repetitive movement patterns

• Muscle imbalances, especially in the glutes, hip flexors, and low back

• Chronic inflammation or arthritis

When the SI joint is not moving properly—either too much (hypermobility) or too little (hypomobility)—it creates instability, pain, and compensation throughout the entire kinetic chain.

Symptoms of SI Joint Dysfunction

If your sacroiliac joint is misaligned or not functioning correctly, you may experience:

• Low back pain (especially one-sided)

• Pain in the buttocks, groin, or upper thigh

• Stiffness and restricted motion in the hips or low back

• Pain while standing from a seated position

• Discomfort when climbing stairs or walking

• Radiating pain that mimics sciatica

• Pelvic imbalance and postural changes

Many patients suffering from SI joint issues are misdiagnosed with disc problems or sciatica because of how similar the symptoms can appear.

How Chiropractic Adjustments Help the SI Joint

Chiropractic care offers a non-invasive, highly effective approach to correcting sacroiliac joint dysfunction.

At Camarata Chiropractic, our doctors—Dr. Sam Camarata, Dr. Brian Dickinson, and Dr. Joe Carroll—use specific and gentle chiropractic adjustments to restore proper alignment and motion to the SI joint. These adjustments help to:

• Reduce joint inflammation

• Relieve pressure on surrounding nerves and muscles

• Restore proper biomechanics to the pelvis and spine

• Improve posture and pelvic stability

• Rebalance muscular imbalances through neurological reset

When your sacroiliac joint moves properly, it not only reduces pain but also prevents further compensation and dysfunction throughout your body.

Additional Supportive Therapies

In addition to chiropractic adjustments, we may recommend:

• SoftWave Tissue Regeneration Therapy: For chronic SI joint pain or inflammation, SoftWave Therapy can accelerate healing, reduce inflammation, improve blood flow and decrease pain! Learn more here!

• IASTM (Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization): Helps release tight fascia and muscle knots around the hip, low back, and glutes.

• Stretching & Strengthening Protocols: Targeting glutes, core, and hip stabilizers to maintain alignment and reduce future flare-ups.

• Lifestyle and Posture Coaching: Including workstation ergonomics, sleeping positions, and movement education.

Don’t Ignore the Warning Signs

If you're dealing with persistent low back pain or discomfort in the pelvic or hip region, your sacroiliac joint could be the underlying culprit. Early intervention is key. Chiropractic care provides a safe, drug-free way to restore function, eliminate pain, and get you back to moving the way your body was designed to move.

Get a Hold of Us

Ready to find out if your SI joint is the source of your pain?

Contact Camarata Chiropractic & Wellness today to schedule your evaluation and begin your path toward relief and recovery.

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3237 Union St, North Chili, NY 14514
Phone: 585-617-4145
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