Piriformis syndrome
MONDO:0043320A condition referring to irritation or compression of the proximal sciatic nerve, secondary to contraction of the piriformis muscle. It results in pain in the hip or the back of the leg mimicking disk-related sciatica.
Also known as: piriformis muscle syndrome, piriformis syndrome, Pseudosciatica, deep gluteal syndrome, hip socket neuropathy, muscle syndrome, piriformis, muscle syndromes, piriformis, pelvic outlet syndrome
35 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 25 tagged with Piriformis syndrome itself.
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Can a mild zapping of skin nerves unlock the secrets of chronic pain?
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study is testing a mild electrical stimulation method on the skin to better understand nerve pain in people with neuropathy or chronic pain after surgery. Researchers will measure how pain intensity and thresholds change. The goal is to learn more about how pain signals work…
Sponsor: Swiss Paraplegic Research, Nottwil • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple blood test track nerve damage? a study investigates NT-3 levels in neuropathy.
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study measures levels of a protein called NT-3 in the blood of people with peripheral neuropathy or Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease. Researchers will compare these levels with measures of muscle strength, mobility, and daily function. The goal is to see whether NT-3 levels corre…
Sponsor: Zarife Sahenk • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC