What Causes Pain in the Lower Back, Buttocks, or Pelvic Region?

Low back pain is a common symptom that affects many people during their lifetime. For some, low back pain can be an acute, short-term problem. Others experience chronic, long-term symptoms. Appropriate testing can show whether the pain is from the hip, spine, or SI joint.

Many structures in the lower back and pelvic area can cause pain, including the SI Joint. Here are just a few:

Slipped Disc: Most commonly, people think of a “slipped disc” as a cause of low back pain.
Hip Problems: Occasionally, hip problems can be confused with low back conditions.
Arthritis: Arthritis of the back can cause low back pain.
Degeneration secondary to scoliosis: This is also a cause of pain in the lower back, buttons, and pelvic region.
SI Joint Pain: The SI joint is an often overlooked cause of low back pain.

More Information

Here are some helpful links regarding the diagnosis of SI Joint dysfunction:

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It’s not often that people have sacroiliac joint (SI joint) dysfunction on both sides, often called bilateral SI joint dysfunction.