Perspectiva de la práctica clínica de fisioterapeutas colombianos en el manejo de la disfunción de la articulación sacroilíaca. Estudio descriptivo

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Background and aimSacroiliac joint dysfunction (SIJD) is characterized by hypermobility or hypomobility of the joint and could be present in 13%–30% of people with low back pain of idiopathic origin. Therefore, it was important to analyse the physiotherapeutic clinical approach for patients diagnosed with SIJD in Bucaramanga (Colombia). MethodsAn observational descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted. The information was collected through a 31-question web survey, with face and content validation. Sociodemographic data, data on the training of the therapists and evaluation and intervention procedures used in the consultation were included. Results147 physiotherapists participated, 86.4% were women, 22.5% with postgraduate training. Seventy point four percent recognized SIJD as cause of low back pain and 43.5% stated that they did not use a specific test to diagnose SIJD. The most reported treatment modalities were therapeutic exercise, electrotherapy, humid heat, and massage. ConclusionsMost of the participants recognize SIJD as a cause of low back pain. Pain provocation tests were not used by most of the participants. Neither was the use of lumbopelvic stabilization exercises reported, required in SIJD rehabilitation. These findings show there is a need for training for the physiotherapists who participated in the study in the diagnosis and treatment of people with SIJD, to improve the recovery and quality of life of this population.