Piriformis Syndrome and Piriformis Muscle Stretches

Piriformis Syndrome and Piriformis Muscle Stretches

If you have muscle pain then it may just be a condition called Piriformis Syndrome. This condition affects the sciatic nerve which causes pain in the lower back and thigh.

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There are two situations that attribute to Piriformis which are exercise overload i.e. sports and the other is biomechanical which has to do with your gait and/or posture. Treatment for this issue is the same as most other muscular conditions; Rest, ice, compression, elevation and referral. One can also use what is called a tens unit which helps with electrically loosening the muscle which brings tremendous relief. Finally, prevention is as simple as stretching before any activity.

Key Takeaways:

• The piriformis muscle links the bottom segment of the spine to the femur.
• Exercising too much, running on hard surfaces, and other training errors can cause piriformis syndrome.
• Problems with posture or the biomechanics of sitting or running can also cause or aggravate piriformis problems.

"Piriformis syndrome is a condition in which the piriformis muscle becomes tight or spasms, and irritates the sciatic nerve."

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Richard