What Is Sacroiliac Fusion Surgery?

Christopher J. Henneforth is a business professional with experience in key leadership positions. As co-founder and chief financial officer of Omnia Medical, Christopher J. Henneforth oversees daily financial operations and manages the company’s sales. Omnia Medical is a medical device company developing orthopedic solutions such as posterior sacroiliac fusion implants.

Sacroiliac fusion is a surgical procedure that is performed in cases of debilitating joint pain in the lower back region as a result of sacroiliac joint dysfunction. Fusion surgery is typically recommended after nonsurgical treatments including painkillers and physical therapy are deemed ineffective in alleviating the pain in the joint.

Fusion surgery entails the insertion of implants within the sacroiliac joint, the joint between the tailbone and the hip bone, to stabilize it, thus preventing its movement and reducing pain. This type of surgery is usually performed as a minimally invasive procedure: surgeons only make a small incision to reach the joint.

After completing the surgery, patients use several methods to prevent joint movement until full healing occurs. Doctors recommend the use of a cane to reduce pressure on the joint. Painkillers may also be prescribed to manage pain following surgery.