Pelvic Girdle Pain

Pelvic girdle pain — affecting the SI joints, pubic symphysis, and surrounding structures — is debilitating and often inadequately treated. SOT chiropractic care restores pelvic stability and eliminates the root cause.

What Is Pelvic Girdle Pain?

Pelvic girdle pain (PGP) encompasses pain arising from the sacroiliac joints, pubic symphysis, or surrounding ligaments and muscles of the pelvis. It is particularly common during and after pregnancy, when hormonal ligament laxity reduces pelvic stability. PGP causes pain with walking, stair climbing, rolling in bed, and prolonged standing — often severely limiting daily function. The sacroiliac joint, which connects the sacrum to the ileum, is the most frequently involved structure. Hormonal, mechanical, and neurological factors interact to produce PGP. SOT chiropractic is specifically designed to address sacroiliac dysfunction and restore pelvic stability.

Common Symptoms

Pain in the lower back, buttocks, groin, or inner thighs
Pain with walking, especially a waddling gait
Sharp pain when climbing stairs or getting in/out of a car
Pain rolling over in bed or separating the legs
Clicking or grinding in the SI joint or pubic symphysis
Instability feeling in the pelvis with weight-bearing

Common Causes & Contributing Factors

Sacroiliac joint dysfunction from ligament laxity or hypermobility
Hormonal relaxin effects during pregnancy weakening pelvic ligaments
Lumbar disc herniation referring pain to the pelvic region
Pelvic floor dysfunction contributing to SI joint instability
Leg length discrepancy creating uneven pelvic loading
Prior pelvic trauma or difficult childbirth

The Pura Vida Protocol: Chiropractic Care for Pelvic Girdle Pain

SOT's Category II protocol is the definitive chiropractic approach for sacroiliac joint dysfunction and pelvic girdle pain. Dr. Foss uses specific pelvic blocking positions to gently restore normal SI joint alignment and reduce ligamentous tension. For pregnant patients, the Webster Technique is used to balance the pelvis safely throughout pregnancy. Pubic symphysis corrections are performed when anterior pelvic pain is present. Pelvic floor muscle assessment guides recommendations for concurrent pelvic floor physiotherapy when indicated. Most PGP patients experience significant reduction in pain within the first several visits.

At Pura Vida Chiropractic, Dr. Foss uses Sacro-Occipital Technique (SOT) — a gentle, category-based system that addresses the spine, pelvis, and craniosacral rhythm as one integrated unit. SOT restores proper biomechanics, reduces nerve interference, and creates the neurological environment your body needs to heal itself.

Advanced Therapies We Combine With Chiropractic

For many patients, combining spinal correction with regenerative therapies produces faster and more lasting results. Depending on your condition, Dr. Foss may incorporate one or more of the following:

Class IV Laser Therapy

Photobiomodulation with a 10–15W Class IV laser delivers therapeutic light energy deep into tissue, reducing inflammation, blocking pain signals, and speeding healing at the cellular level.

Why Choose Pura Vida Chiropractic in San Antonio?

Pura Vida Chiropractic is a family-friendly, bilingual (English/Spanish) clinic serving San Antonio, TX. Dr. Dan Foss is trained in Sacro-Occipital Technique (SOT), a comprehensive chiropractic system that addresses the whole body — not just the area of pain. We combine hands-on spinal correction with the latest regenerative technology to help patients resolve the root cause of their condition rather than masking symptoms.

We are insurance friendly with most insurance plans including Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, UnitedHealthcare, Humana, Aetna, Ambetter, Oscar Health, Community First, and Molina Healthcare. New patient appointments are available promptly.

Ready to Get Relief from Pelvic Girdle Pain?

Schedule your new patient appointment with Dr. Foss at Pura Vida Chiropractic in San Antonio, TX. We'll identify the root cause and build a personalized care plan.

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