Recurrent subluxation of the sacroiliac joint: diagnosis and treatment.

A review of the clinical evidence of the sacroiliac joint as a source of pain, impairment, and disability is presented along with the concept of recurrent subluxation and discussion of the various treatment options for managing this problem emphasizing sacroiliac stabilization with screws. The surgical results for 15 patients with isolated sacroiliac joint dysfunction and an 11 patients with a combination of sacroiliac dysfunction and lumbar spine problems are presented. The surgical results indicate that sacroiliac fixation is a simple, safe, and highly effective means of managing this condition.