What is sacroiliitis?

Sacroiliitis is an inflammation of one or both of the sacroiliac joints that connect your lower spine and pelvis. It is associated with a group of diseases that cause inflammatory arthritis of the spine. See spondyloarthropathy.

Symptoms

• Low back pain

• Joint inflammation

Diagnosis

A physical exam is required for diagnosis.

Treatment

Treatment can include rest, medications and physical therapy.