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European Spine Journal
Published in: European Spine Journal 3/2004

01-05-2004 | Technical Innovation

Sacroiliac joint fusion for chronic pain: a simple technique avoiding the use of metalwork

Authors: K. A. Giannikas, A. M. Khan, M. T. Karski, H. A. Maxwell

Published in: European Spine Journal | Issue 3/2004

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Abstract

A previously undescribed method for posterior fusion of the sacroiliac joint (SIJ) utilizing the Cloward instrumentation is presented, suitable for cases with chronic pain and intact ligamental structures of the SIJ. The advantages of the method in comparison with other described options include minimal disturbance of the periarticular structures, avoidance of introduction of metalwork and preservation of the iliac crest contour. This technique has been used in five cases with follow-up longer than 2 years (mean 29 months, range 25–41 months). In all cases there was resolution of their painful symtomatology.
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Metadata
Title
Sacroiliac joint fusion for chronic pain: a simple technique avoiding the use of metalwork
Authors
K. A. Giannikas
A. M. Khan
M. T. Karski
H. A. Maxwell
Publication date
01-05-2004
Publisher
Springer-Verlag
Published in
European Spine Journal / Issue 3/2004
Print ISSN: 0940-6719
Electronic ISSN: 1432-0932
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00586-003-0620-1

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