The sacroiliac joints, located where the sacrum meets the iliac bones on each side of the lower back, are among the most common sources of pregnancy-related pain. Relaxin increases the mobility of these joints as part of the body's preparation for birth, but that increased mobility can also produce instability and pain, particularly when one side of the pelvis is moving differently than the other. Patients describe SI joint pain as a deep ache or sharp sensation at the back of the pelvis, often one-sided, that may radiate into the buttock or upper leg. The pain is frequently aggravated by walking, rolling over in bed, or standing on one leg.
Prenatal chiropractic evaluation at Beacon Clinic of Chiropractic addresses sacroiliac dysfunction as part of its broader assessment of the pelvis during pregnancy. Dr. Bronstein evaluates the position and movement of the sacrum and iliac bones to identify patterns of restriction or asymmetry that may be contributing to the patient's SI joint symptoms. Arroyo Grande patients presenting with pregnancy-related pelvic pain are encouraged to describe when the pain occurs and what movements aggravate it, as that information helps Dr. Bronstein understand the mechanical pattern involved before any adjustment is performed.
