Piriformis Muscle Stretch and Physical Therapy

Stretching the piriformis muscle and the surrounding muscles in the hip, thigh, and leg can help reduce pain and discomfort. Elongating and engaging a tight or shortened muscle to loosen the fibers and joints improves the range of motion and function. ²

To relieve piriformis syndrome pain, stretching exercises that target the piriformis, hamstrings, and hip extensors can help decrease the painful symptoms within these muscle groups and improve the range of motion in the lower back and pelvic region. ³ There are many ways to stretch the piriformis muscle, including the:

• Supine piriformis stretch
• Cross-body piriformis stretch
• Knee-to-chest piriformis stretch
• 4-point piriformis stretch

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