Challenges of SI Testing: Part 2
Evaluating the SI Joint can be challenging with very small amounts of movement and tests with variable statistical values.
Evaluating the SI Joint can be challenging with very small amounts of movement and tests with variable statistical values.
The SI joint is stabilized by a network of ligaments and muscles. The normal sacroiliac joint has been shown to have approximately 2-4 mm of movement. So yes, the SIJ does move!
Use of these clinical predictor rules can be very valuable in directing the course of interventions to achieve a greater chance of success.