The L5-S1 spinal motion segment, also called the lumbosacral joint, is the transition region between the lumbar spine and sacral spine in the lower back. In this region, the curvature of …

The L5-S1 segment sits at the base of your spine, where the lumbar spine meets the sacrum. This area is crucial for movement and stability, but it’s also highly vulnerable to injury and …

Apr 8, 2025 · L5-S1 consists of the last bone in the lumbar spine (low back), called L5, and the triangle-shaped bone under it, known as the sacrum. The sacrum is made of five fused …

L5-S1 nerve damage often causes sharp pain that radiates from your lower back down to your foot. You may feel numbness, tingling, or nerve pain in your hip, leg (sciatica), or toes. This …

Jul 24, 2023 · The L5 S1 joint (or the lumbosacral joint) is a combination of the fifth lumbar vertebra and the first sacral vertebra. It is an important joining that connects the trunk to the …

5 days ago · The fifth lumbar vertebra (or the L5 vertebra) is the largest and most inferior of the lumbar vertebrae. As the last of the lumbar vertebrae, the L5 vertebra bears more body weight …

Dec 18, 2024 · Discover L5-S1 stretches, pain relief exercises, and strengthening movements to alleviate lower back pain and improve mobility safely at home.

Aug 22, 2024 · What is the Lumbar Spine? The lumbar spine is made up of 5 vertebrae, labeled L1-L5. These vertebrae are responsible for supporting the upper body and allowing for …

Feb 21, 2025 · The L5-S1 junction is where the lumbar spine transitions into the sacrum. It is a critical weight-bearing junction, supporting the majority of your upper body mass and allowing …

Feb 25, 2015 · Five (or in some cases, six) vertebrae make up the lumbar spine, which provides support for much of the upper body and is rather flexible. Lumbar vertebrae are larger than the …