A member asked:

Hi i'm confused if someone was to have pirifomis release surgey wouldn't this cause si joint pain because the muscle keeps the pelvis stable? thanks

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

More info needed: Why the Pyriformis release surgery Have you had non-invasive treatment for "pyriformis syndrome" ? What does your Physical Therapist say about your SI Joint. If is stable and not diseased exercide will maintain your SI joint stability/ BTW There are "semi-invasive" treatments for Pyriformis spasm including BOTOX injections Hope this helps Dr Z

Answered 9/28/2016

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