Piriformis Syndrome
Summary
Piriformis Syndrome can interrupt many of our daily activities such as, increased pain while sitting or standing for prolong periods, walking up stairs or inclines, and reducing range of motion in the hip.
Cause
It is a condition in which the piriformis muscle in the gluteal region spasms and causes pain in the hip and gluteal area. It can also irritate the sciatic nerve that is nearby, causing sciatica type symptoms, such as numbness, tingling or a burning sensation along the back of the leg and into the foot. Typically, it only affects just one side at a time.
Effects
The piriformis muscle starts at the lower spine and connects to the upper surface of each of the femur bones. Its function is to assist in rotation of the hip and turning the leg and foot laterally. It also runs diagonally with the sciatic nerve, which runs vertical directly beneath the muscle or in some case through the muscle. This is an important muscle as it helps stabilize the hip, which is a rather mobile joint.
Treatment
Where we can help – In our initial assessment, we will perform some manual resisted tests and special orthopedic tests specific to piriformis syndrome checking range of motion in the hip. Once we’ve determined a plan of action for your pain, we will proceed with manual therapy treatments and teach you how to use mobility tools and corrective exercise techniques to empower you to take control of your health.
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I am running again! Less than a year ago, I had a doctor, physical therapist, and a chiropractor all tell me I needed to stop running because of constant back and neck pain, along with ankle and groin injuries. Well, they were wrong! Because of Stuctura Body Therapies, in the last 2 months, I have ran a half marathon, a 5K, and I am continuing to run 3 times a week. The 10-week Structural Integration program, and continued maintenance, have been a true blessing for me. The therapists and staff at Structura are the best, and are professional and caring. So grateful to have found this amazing technique.
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The people are friendly, and make you feel at ease. They are very professional, and I saw results fast. I am thankful that there is hope to take away my pain, which I have lived with for so long. I would highly recommend Structura to anyone.
J. Sanchez from Clearfield, UT Testimonial
I was introduced to Structura Body Therapies by a family member. I have suffered from chronic pain for the past 9 years and the source of the pain was finally diagnosed. I started coming to Structura to see how their therapies could help me before, between, and after the two hip surgeries I would need to correct the source of my pain. I cannot express enough how pleased I am with the results of the therapy thus far! I recently had the first surgery and the therapies from Structura Body Therapies have cut my healing time by 4 weeks! I am looking very forward to completing my next surgery and then starting the Structural Integration program with Structura.
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