Pelvic Torsion

What is Pelvic Torsion?

Pelvic torsion is the medical term for what is more commonly known as a twisted pelvis. The condition gets its name from the fact that one hip is rotated more than the opposite hip. While your hips are usually aligned straight in relation to one another, it's possible that one hip is set either further forward or back than the other. If this is the case, you might be experiencing pelvic torsion and its effects. These effects could include an abnormal gait or difficulty walking due to your feet no longer touching the ground in the same way. 

 

Symptoms of Pelvic Torsion

Having a twisted pelvis is one possible cause for certain forms of localized pain. Pelvic torsion may be a problem for you if you are having pain in any of the following areas: 

 

• Pain in the lower back
• Discomfort in one side of the buttocks
• A sharp, shooting pain that ends in your foot or above the ankle

In addition to these symptoms of discomfort, a twisted pelvis can also negatively impact the curvature of your spine. This can lead to a bad gait and poor posture and eventually to a condition known as scoliosis. Another physical indicator of pelvic torsion is uneven leg length as the side of your pelvis that rotates further forward will likely cause that leg to appear to be shorter than the other. Finally, general pain in the groin region, feeling bloated, or any difficulties with urination may point to a potential problem with the alignment of your pelvis. 

 

Treating Pelvic Torsion

Because various pelvic disorders can cause pain or mobility problems, there is a variety of medical, home, and natural herbal remedies that may help to alleviate or correct pelvic torsion symptoms. Your treatment options will change depending on how severe your pain is and how often you experience it. 

 

Medical Options

Your doctor may prescribe antibiotics or surgery depending on what he or she finds during a physical pelvic exam. While pain relievers will help take away the localized discomfort from pelvic torsion, treating the condition itself may be your best option for living a pain-free lifestyle. Pelvic problems can affect the joints as well. If you're experiencing joint pain, there are products available, such as Super Blue Stuff OTC, that combine a variety of ingredients for fast-acting relief. Pelvic torsion can happen from the slightest movements of the torso and you may not even feel its effects until days after the initial incident. Surgical options may be able to realign the hips in relation to each other, alleviating the abnormal pressure they face and correcting your posture. This can also lead to less tension and pain in the lower back and other affected areas. If surgery is not an option for you, natural herbal creams and treatments can deal with the pain and discomfort that may arise thanks to pelvic torsion. Chiropractic care may also be a comfortable middle ground between surgery and simple pain management. 

 

Home Treatments

Even if you can't have corrective surgery for pelvic torsion or you need to postpone it for whatever reason, there are still treatments for the condition you can do at home. These treatments usually come in the form of a physical therapy regimen. Various stretches and muscle-building exercises aimed at the pelvis can help to take some pressure off the hips and spine. This can alleviate some of your physical pain and possibly improve posture. A physical therapist may be able to recommend additional exercises aimed specifically at standing and walking straighter. Doing these exercises on a regular basis will help you combat the poor posture that a twisted pelvis brings with it and may provide additional avenues for pain relief. Regardless of what you do for a living, purchasing specialized equipment such as a more ergonomic chair for office work or a back brace for physical work can treat some symptoms of pelvic torsion. 

 

Other Remedies

Surgical options and home exercises are still only part of the equation. There are several natural herbal remedies that may help you manage the pain associated with pelvic torsion. Because pelvic torsion can cause both muscle spasms and muscle pain, any natural herbal remedies that treat these problems may be able to help you. Some of the strongest pain relievers for this type of discomfort include natural herbal remedies that include pure emu oil.

 

Quercetin 

Quercetin is a natural antioxidant supplement that can help you manage your pelvic torsion pain. This is particularly true if you're experiencing a twisted pelvis that includes inflammation. You can purchase this antioxidant as a complete remedy or find it naturally in foods such as apples, blueberries, and leafy green herbs. 

 

Willow Bark 

Willow bark contains a chemical called salicin. Salicin produces relief for pain, fever, and swelling that is similar to aspirin. However, it lasts longer than aspirin and occurs naturally. Willow bark may be able to combat the physical discomfort of your twisted pelvis. 

 

Resources:

https://www.epainassist.com/joint-pain/hip-pain/what-is-twisted-pelvis-and-how-is-it-treated

https://www.livestrong.com/article/401834-herbal-remedies-for-pelvic-pain/

https://www.medicinenet.com/pelvic_pain/symptoms.htm

https://www.mayoclinic.org/symptoms/pelvic-pain/basics/definition/sym-20050898

https://www.ucsfhealth.org/conditions/pelvic_pain/signs_and_symptoms.html