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How is piriformis syndrome treated? and how long does it take to go away?

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Dr. Andrew Germanovich answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Several: Techniques. Stretches, facilitated positional release, injections, but the best treatment is one that addresses pelvic imbalance, usually with a heel lift.

Answered 6/1/2018

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Symptomatic: As toy know the syndrome occurs when the piriformus muscle presses against the sciatic nerve and causes your symptoms. Surgery is rarely used. Some suggest anti-inflammatory drugs such as Ibuprofen with food. and taken with muscle relaxants. Rest and heat is helpful. It will gradually go away.

Answered 7/29/2018

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Piriformis symdrome: manifests when the sciatic nerve is compressed by a muscle in the buttocks called the piriformis uscle. you can have lower back pain and also in the hip (or sciatic notch). worse with sitting, running or cycling. You can reduce pain by various exercises, stretches, and anti inflammatories. It can take up to 4 to 6 weeks to get relief. see a doctor

Answered 2/24/2018

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Dr. Louise Andrew answered

Specializes in Emergency Medicine

Differently; months: This is an incredibly painful condition that can come from trauma but not always. If trauma, you need a thorough evaluation to be sure there is no bone or disc injury that could continue to irritate the muscle. If not, treatment in the form of heat, massage, acupuncture, Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS), prolotherapy, or Botox injections may safely help the muscle relax and relieve the pain.

Answered 2/24/2018

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