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Originally Posted by
DustinC
Anytime I hear a lower back problem that is to the right or left of the lumbar region I assume it is SI joint pain. I have dealt with it for a couple years like a lot of people on these forums. One thing that tends to help people, and is pretty simple to do, is to use a lacrosse ball to release the piriformis muscle on the side that is experiencing pain. Other than that just do soft tissue work or get a massage. Of course it could be another issue and if it is really a problem he should see a doc.