What is the Piriformis?
The piriformis muscle is located behind the largest muscle in the body, which makes it difficult to get to. It covers the sciatic nerve and it allows us to move the foot, upper leg, and hip outward from the body.
What Causes Piriformis Syndrome?
This term was coined in 1947 and it was not identified as specific problem at that time. But since then, lower back pain caused by an impinged piriformis has been classified as a true condition, accounting for 6-8% of the lower back pain cases.
Tingling, numbness, and pain can occurs if this muscle puts pressure on the sciatic nerve. The pain is typically manifested as shooting pain in the back, hip, buttocks, and legs.
What a Healthy Piriformis Can Do For You
“Here is a way to feel the piriformis muscle at work. Stand with your feet together, your knees bent and your butt stuck out a little. Put your hands on your butt and draw your knees apart slightly. Your piriformis muscle should be working beneath your big gluteal muscles,” writes Core Walking.
A healthy piriformis reduces the risk for sciatica, keeps you mobile and flexible, and allows you to perform simple activities like running and dancing.
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