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My pt said i pulled my piformis muscle. been treating w/ heat, ice and stretch for 1 week w/ very little improvement. suggestions?
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Pyriformis syndrome: This is a tough injury to overcome and may take a while before improvement is seen. Continue your exercises and f/u with your doctor.
Answered 3/26/2013
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