The piriformis muscle is a small, diagonal muscle located deep within the buttocks that helps rotate the hip outward. Because the massive sciatic nerve runs directly underneath—or sometimes directly through—this muscle, a tight, spasming piriformis muscle can easily compress and irritate the nerve.
Signs You Have Piriformis Syndrome
- A dull, heavy ache concentrated deep inside the buttock cheek
- Pain or burning that shoots down the back of your leg when sitting for long periods
- Increased discomfort when walking up an incline or stairs
- Reduced hip flexibility and localized tenderness when pressing on the gluteal area
Releasing the Deep Nerve Pinch
Piriformis syndrome is a structural copycat of a herniated disc sciatica. Our approach targets the actual mechanical reasons why the piriformis muscle is spasming, which often points back to pelvic misalignments. We combine targeted pelvic corrections with deep soft-tissue release to instantly take pressure off the sciatic nerve.