Physiotherapy North York – P&C Rehab Services for Rehabilitation
Piriformis is a small butt muscle that contributes to external rotation of hip. It enables us to walk, shift weight from one foot to another and maintain balance. Piriformis Syndrome occurs when this muscle compresses the sciatic nerve (the nerve that originates from spine and passes through the buttocks and down the back of thighs and legs). Piriformis Syndrome is also known as pseudo sciatica, wallet sciatica or hip socket neuropathy.
Causes
Symptoms
Diagnosis
Diagnosis is based on patient’s medical history and physical examination. In physical examination, attempt is made to stretch an irritated piriformis muscle and provoke sciatic nerve compression. FABER (Flexion, Abduction, External rotation of hip) and FAIR (Flexion, adduction, Internal rotation of hip) maneuvers are done to provoke sciatic nerve compression. Other diagnostic modalities like X ray, MRI, CT scan, Ultrasound and EMG are done to rule out other conditions.
Treatment
If you are suffering from piriformis syndrome or have any questions regarding this condition don’t hesitate to contact us. All the health professionals at P&C Rehabilitation Services have experience treating this condition.