Piriformis syndrome

This trial compares two non-surgical approaches for deep gluteal syndrome, a condition where the sciatic nerve gets irritated in the buttock area, causing pain and limited movement. About 44 adults aged 25 to 45 will be split into two groups: one receives nerve gliding exercises …

This trial tests whether adding extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) to the Bowen Technique, a gentle manual therapy, improves outcomes for people with deep gluteal pain syndrome. Forty-six adults aged 25 to 45 with buttock pain will be randomly assigned to receive either Bowe…

This study compares two types of hands-on therapy—Stecco Fascial Manipulation and Rolfing Structural Integration—for people with piriformis syndrome, a condition that causes buttock and leg pain. Forty-two adults aged 25 to 45 with at least four weeks of pain will receive four we…

This study compares two exercise programs—asynchronous telerehabilitation (remote guidance) and a standard home exercise plan—for people with piriformis syndrome, a condition causing buttock and leg pain. About 46 adults aged 18-45 with confirmed diagnosis will participate. The g…

This study looks at whether adding dynamic stretching to foam rolling helps people with piriformis syndrome more than foam rolling alone. Forty adults aged 35–50 with buttock pain will do either foam rolling or foam rolling plus dynamic stretches for several weeks. Researchers wi…

This study looks at whether people with flat feet (pes planus) are more likely to have piriformis syndrome, a condition that causes pain in the hip and lower back. Researchers will compare foot posture and pain in adults aged 18-65 who have piriformis syndrome with those who do n…

This study was designed to see if giving a short, mild electrical stimulation to compressed nerves during surgery could speed up recovery of strength and function. It planned to include people with nerve compression in the spine or limbs who were already scheduled for decompressi…