What Is SI Joint Fusion?
Chronic pain can make everyday movement feel harder than it should. At Ameglio Orthopedics in Fort Myers, FL, patients receive focused care and advanced solutions for conditions that affect the sacroiliac (SI) joint, including specialized SI joint fusion surgery with the iFuse Implant System®. The sacroiliac joint connects the spine to the pelvis and plays an important role in absorbing shock and supporting your body weight. SI joint fusion is a type of sacral fusion that stabilizes the joint and reduces pain caused by movement or inflammation. Dr. Peter Ameglio is Southwest Florida's leading iFuse SI joint surgeon and a consultant to SI-Bone®, the company behind the iFuse Implant System. SI-Bone is a medical technology company that developed the iFuse Implant System to improve outcomes for patients with SI joint dysfunction. Unlike other systems, iFuse is made of titanium and coated with a porous surface that helps the bone grow around it over time. This system is trusted for its durability, precision, and proven clinical outcomes. The iFuse Implant System is unique to Dr. Ameglio's Fort Myers, FL practice. Contact our staff to schedule a consultation with Dr. Ameglio and see if this surgical procedure may be right for you.
What Happens During SI Joint Fusion?
Many people with SI joint dysfunction experience pain in the lower back, buttocks, or hips, especially when standing, walking, or climbing stairs. It can also feel like sciatica or mimic other spinal conditions, which is why an accurate diagnosis is important. During a fusion of the SI joint, Dr. Ameglio uses the iFuse Implant System to stabilize the joint and limit the motion that causes pain. He performs the SI fusion procedure using a minimally invasive technique that allows for smaller incisions and faster healing. The implants are placed to secure the joint while encouraging bone growth for long-term stability. Dr. Ameglio will explain your specific plan and walk you through what to expect before and after surgery. After SI joint surgery, our surgical team will provide you with detailed recovery instructions. SI joint fusion recovery often includes restricted activity, physical therapy, and follow-up visits to monitor healing. These details will be discussed in full during your consultation.
What Are the Benefits of SI Joint Fusion?
This procedure at Ameglio Orthopedics can be life-changing for people with chronic SI joint dysfunction. Many of our patients feel relief after other treatments have failed and benefit from the following:
- Reduced lower back and pelvic pain
- Improved walking and standing endurance
- More stability when changing positions
- Minimally invasive technique with a small incision
- Shorter surgery time and less blood loss
- Faster return to normal activity compared to traditional fusion techniques
SI Joint Fusion Reviews
My life has been changed!! I have suffered with SI Joint pain for over 25 years! Dr. Ameglio performed the iFuse SI Joint fusion surgery and I am pain free! Dr. Ameglio and his staff are all professional and caring! He sits and listens to you and you never feel rushed with him or his staff.
My husband is a patient of Dr. Ameglio. Dr. Ameglio is not like other surgeons. He takes the time to listen to your concerns, prior to surgery, during surgery and post surgery. He genuinely cares about his patients and goes above and beyond to ensure a positive outcome with realistic expectations. The surgery my husband had Dr. Ameglio perform was an SI Joint fusion. My husband and I highly recommend him and his practice.
I had an SI fusion 10 days ago! I had some pain but nothing pain medication would not take care of. I am more stable and have better posture. I feel Dr Ameglio is very patient, kind and a good surgeon. I feel the pain will get better everyday. If you are having pain in lower back and buttock that no one can figure out please make an appointment with Dr.Ameglio. He is willing to listen and give you options to help the pain.
My husband had the I-Fuse procedure 2 weeks ago. He is already 90% pain free. Prior to the surgery,he could not move without intense pain in his lower back.This is the second surgery he had had with Dr. Ameglio…the first for a broken clavicle, which healed beautifully. The I-Fuse was an outpatient procedure,followed up with home heath for 6 visits. We would highly recommend Dr. Ameglio with his calm professional manner.
I highly recommend AMEGLIO ORTHOPEDICS for your orthopedic consult and care needs. I initially was seen by a different (highly recommended, accredited) ortho practice. I was dx. and treated for approx a year without resolve. I was informed there is NO fix! The constant pain worsened in my L hip, groin, and lower back…it was intolerable. Dr. Ameglio pin-pointed and resolved my pain within a few visits…I'm very thankful for the referral from Axel health, and blessed to have my life back w/o pain. Amazing job!!!
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A Life with Less Pain
At Ameglio Orthopedics, Dr. Ameglio combines precise surgical skills with personalized care, ensuring you receive tailored solutions for your needs. If you're ready to address SI joint fusion or explore sacral fusion, contact our Fort Myers, FL practice today. Schedule a consultation and let us help you move confidently toward a life with less pain.