Piriformis syndrome · Stretch and strengthen
Piriformis Syndrome Exercises: Stretches and Hip Strengthening
For deep buttock pain that can run down the back of the leg: gently stretch the piriformis, then strengthen the hip muscles that support it.
Reviewed by a licensed physical therapist on the HEPonDemand team
For therapists: opens the program builder with these 6 exercises. Set the sets and reps, then print it or save it as a PDF for your patient.
The exercises
- 1.Supine Piriformis Stretch
- 2.Seated Piriformis Stretch
- 3.Clamshell
- 4.Bridge
- 5.Side-Lying Hip Abduction
- 6.Fire Hydrant
Every recovery is different. Do only the exercises your surgeon or therapist gives you, with the sets, reps and frequency they set. Stop and check with them if you feel sharp pain. This page is general information, not medical advice.
Link to this program from your website
Clinics and schools are welcome to add it to a patient resources page. Copy this link and paste it into your site:
<a href="https://hepondemand.com/exercises/programs/piriformis-syndrome">Piriformis Syndrome Exercises: Stretches and Hip Strengthening</a>