Sciatica or Piriformis Syndrome: Why Symptoms Need Assessment

Sciatica vs Piriformis Syndrome

Quick answer: Sciatica describes nerve-related symptoms; piriformis syndrome names one possible source of sciatic nerve irritation in the buttock. They are not two diagnoses that a sitting test can reliably separate. The useful next step is an assessment that explains the suspected source and considers alternatives. When not to wait New difficulty passing or controlling … Read more