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Sprain and Strain of the Sacrum

Definition:
An injury to the sacrum when the joint is carried through a range of motion greater than normal, but without dislocation or fracture; an injury resulting from tensile force
Symptoms:
  • Sharp or aching pain in the low back or hip
  • Radiating pain into lower extremity
  • Loss of ROM in the low back
  • Tender with palpation on the sacrum
Causes:
  • Fall
  • Trauma
  • Pregnancy
  • Repetitive movements
Treatment:
  • ROM and stretching
  • Soft tissue massage
  • Core stabilization exercises
  • Lower extremity strengthening
  • Posture program