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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. How long does piriformis syndrome treatment take?

4–8 weeks for most cases.

📝 Detailed Answer

Piriformis treatment: ① acute: 4–6 weeks, ② chronic: 6–12 weeks, ③ severe: 3 months. Most see improvement in 2–3 weeks.

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Hyo-seop Kim

Chief Director

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