Piriformis syndrome involves two major components of the body: the piriformis muscle which facilitates external rotation in the hip, and the sciatic nerve, which is the body’s longest and largest nerve. Most medical professionals believe this syndrome occurs when the piriformis muscle, which sits behind the hip joint near the buttocks, becomes tight and irritates the nearby sciatic nerve, prompting uncomfortable symptoms. Tampa Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine – a division of Florida Medical Clinic – provides personalized treatment for individuals in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Clearwater, and surrounding communities who are experiencing pain and dysfunction associated with piriformis syndrome.
Patients with this syndrome may experience a variety of symptoms, including:
- Discomfort around the buttocks
- Shooting pain that travels down one or both legs
- Numbness in one or both legs
- Tenderness when pressure is placed around the piriformis muscle
To be clear, piriformis syndrome can be challenging to identify in certain patients. It is usually only diagnosed after more prevalent conditions have been ruled out, such as hip bursitis, spinal stenosis, and herniated discs.
Regardless of how your pain is labeled, the board-certified physicians at Tampa Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Group can address your condition and provide lasting relief for uncomfortable symptoms. Led by orthopedic surgeon Dr. Daniel Murphy and sports medicine specialist Dr. Arnold Ramirez, our practice offers the latest advancements in both surgical and non-invasive treatments for a full spectrum of musculoskeletal conditions, including piriformis syndrome.
Contact Tampa Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Group today to schedule an appointment with one of our physicians, who will be glad to explain our approach to piriformis syndrome treatment. Our office is conveniently located in the heart of Tampa, and is easily reached by residents of St. Petersburg and Clearwater, FL.
