Overview
The triangular bone at the base of your spine that connects to your pelvis.
Detailed Description
The sacrum is a triangular bone formed by five fused vertebrae (S1-S5), located at the base of the spine between the lumbar spine and coccyx. It articulates with the pelvis at the sacroiliac joints and with L5 at the lumbosacral junction.
In ELDOA methodology, the sacrum is crucial as the base of the spine. The L5-S1 ELDOA position specifically targets the lumbosacral junction, and sacral position influences the effectiveness of all lumbar ELDOA positions.
Sacral mechanics affect the entire spine through the kinetic chain. Sacral position influences lumbar lordosis, and restrictions at the sacroiliac joints can create compensation patterns throughout the spine.
Key Benefits
- Supports spinal base
- Influences posture
- Affects lumbar mechanics
- Provides pelvic stability
- Transmits forces
- Anchors spine
Practical Applications
- Lumbar treatment
- Pelvic mechanics
- Postural assessment
- SI joint function
- Lower back pain
- Foundation work