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Has anyone had SI joint pain following a lumbar fusion?

Spine Health | Last Active: Apr 11 1:59am | Replies (18)

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@joanland

Yes, I'm fused L2-L5 and about two years after the fusion I developed serious lower back pain. It may be SI, but I've had SI injections and they have now quit working. A SPECT done about two years ago showed active arthritis at the base of the spine and in the R S-I joint. I managed with steroid injections until about two years ago and have explored getting a spinal stimulator. Right now I'm awaiting a R hip replacement, so I'll see how much pain is left after that.

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I just had a fusion of L5, L4 & L2. I had my spinal cord stimulator taken out. The rep from Metrinics in Kern County was not helping me & it was hurting around where it was implanted.