Mark,
The problem could be strained soft tissue (i.e. ligaments). These can cause sever pain. Most SI joint and low back strain (iliolumbar ligament) are due to soft tissue not discs or facets.
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Rob Wilson
2/06 L4/5, L5/S1 ADR Stenum Hospital - Iliac vein cut w/ occlusion of iliac vein and hematoma
12/06 thru 8/07 Laser Spine Institute - 6 surgeries on L3/4 both sides, L4/5 both sides, L5/S1 both sides
4/08 Bonati Institute - redo of L5/S1 right
8/08 Bonati Institute - redo of L5/S1 left
12/08 Bonati Institute - redo of L4/5 right and left
9/09 Piriformis surgery to remove piriformis muscle causing sciatica
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