SI joint or piriformis

Posted by dougs72 @dougs72, Jul 31 10:24am

I have symptoms in both sides of my back, but left side was brought on in last 3 months from overcompensating from the right side for some years. Symptoms are in the SI joint ligament, and in my left but cheek. Also a lot of hamstring and calf pain (pulling feelings) as well as cramps in foot and some mild shock pain in leg and sometimes foot/toe. Also I cannot sit because of left side, where right side sitting would offer some relief. The not being able to sit now is terrible.
Does not seem to be spine related. SI joint shots have offered some very small relief, but have not got piriformis shots.

Has anyone had significant SI joint issues with similar symptoms and can someone tell me what your piriformis symptoms are? They are trying to pinpoint my issue but it's been life altering the last 5 months.

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queenie2030 | @queenie2030 | Sep 3 9:25pm

My husband had nerve ablation for his SI joint pain and his pain was severe. Six weeks later he is pain free much to his relief. Our insurance would not cover so he had to pay but feels it well worth the cost. Good luck finding relief.