Abstract:Piriformis syndrome is a condition in which the piriformis muscle, located in the buttock region, spasms and causes buttock pain. The piriformis muscle also can irritate the nearby sciatic nerve and cause pain, numbness and tingling. Starts at the lower spine and connects the upper surface of each femur (thighbone). Functions to assist in rotating the hip and turning the leg and foot outward Runs diagonally. Objective: To find out the prevalence of piriformis muscle syndrome among individuals with low back pai… Show more
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