Sacroiliac (SI) Joint Injections Hit the OIG’s Radar
What Is an SI Joint Injection? The sacroiliac (SI) joint connects your spine to your pelvis, and when it becomes irritated or inflamed, it can cause pain in your lower back, hips, or buttocks that sometimes radiates down the leg. An SI joint injection delivers medication directly into or around this joint, using imaging guidance (like fluoroscopy or ultrasound) for precision. There are two main types of SI joint injections, and understanding the difference matters: …
