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Piriformis Exercises
Piriformis exercises are one of the main treatment options prescribed for
piriformis syndrome.
Pirformis related pain is on the rise worldwide. Actually, to clarify the point, the condition, itself, is not growing, only the diagnosis of the condition throughout the
back pain industry.
Piriformis syndrome is a terrific
scapegoat
for
unresolved back pain
since it is difficult to prove diagnostically and almost impossible to disprove.
Piriformis Exercises for Pain
Usually one of the first prescribed treatments for diagnosed cases of piriformis syndrome is
physical therapy.
The syndrome is linked to problems in the piriformis muscles, gluteal muscles and hip area and exercise of these anatomical regions often provides
symptomatic relief.
Exercises are usually prescribed to stretch and strengthen the
piriformis muscle,
gluteals, hip muscles and hamstrings. Symptoms have been linked to tight and tense muscles in this area, as well as muscles and ligaments that are in poor shape or suffering from disuse.
Physical Therapy Piriformis Exercises
Most patients are sent to a professional
physical therapist
to begin their exercise program for piriformis pain relief. Patients are instructed on proper technique and given a variety of
exercises
and
stretches
to be done at home every day. Some patients continue to attend physical therapy for an extended time frame, especially if they are less functional and require assistance with their exercises. This modality is highly profitable and is a common tactic used by
personal injury mills
to add more value to already inflated insurance claims.
Recommendation on Piriformis Exercises
Exercises are great for your body. Real cases of piriformis syndrome are quite rare, but do respond well to physical exercise therapy. If your
piriformis pain
does not improve after a comprehensive program of exercise and stretching, there is a good chance you have been
misdiagnosed.
Improper diagnosis of piriformis pain occurs in the MAJORITY of patients, so do not be surprised. If this is your situation, consider the fact that your pain might actually be
psychosomatic.
Once you determine the true cause of your pain, relief is just a short time away.
Piriformis Exercises to Back Pain Home
2/28/07 Revised 10/5/08
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