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Can sacroiliac joint sclerosis cause pinching of the l4-l5, s1-s2 nerves?
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No: The sacroiliac joint is ligamentously very closed and stable. But if the inflammation is severe enough it can irritate elements of the sciatic nerve which is nearby. a sclerotic sacroiliac joint is very important in the diagnosis of arthritic diseases
Answered 2/20/2015
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Not usually: But do you have Piriformis Syndrome, which could result in peripheral sciatica? Visit an osteopathic specialist, and get this both diagnosed and treated.
Answered 4/12/2015
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