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Piriformis Syndrome

A condition in which the piriformis muscle deep in the buttock becomes rigid and compresses the sciatic nerve. Numbness and pain run from the buttock down the back of the leg.

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Piriformis Syndrome

Q. What is piriformis syndrome?

Sciatic nerve compression by tight piriformis muscle in the buttock.

📝 Detailed Answer

Piriformis syndrome: ① tight/spasmed piriformis compresses sciatic nerve, ② symptoms: buttock pain, sciatica, worse with sitting, ③ common in: drivers, runners, prolonged sitters.

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