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CHARACTERISTICS |
Deep stabbing pain into the buttocks and lateral to L5/S1 May radiate into posterior thigh or knee NOT the foot |
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SYMPTOMS |
Pain with prolonged sitting, standing or walking, climbing stairs, turning in bed, unilateral standing pr torsion activities May not be relieved by rest Worsens with activity Tenderness at pubic symphysis may be present: radiating pain into groin and medial thigh, pain with WB |
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INTERVENTIONS ACTIVITY MODIFICATIONS |
Minimize asymmetrical forces acting on trunk and pelvis Getting into a car by sitting first then pivoting the legs by keeping the knees together Side lying by placing pillow between knees and abdomen Alter sexual positions to avoid full range abduction Avoid: Unilateral leg stance Excessive abduction Sitting on very soft surfaces Climbing more than one step at a time Swinging one leg out of bed Crossing legs when sitting |
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INTERVENTIONS EXERCISE MODIFICATIONS |
Avoid single leg WB Excessive hip abduction and hyperextension Activate the pelvic floor and transverse abdominals when transitioning from one position to another and during lifting |
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INTERVENTIONS EXTERNAL STABILIZATION |
Belts Corsets Reduce posterior pelvic pain with walking |
