Piriformis Stretches to Relieve Piriformis Syndrome

is the base of the spine, and extends through the greater sciatic foramen—a natural opening in the pelvis—to attach to the greater trochanter of the femur, the prominent bone on the side of the upper thigh.

Despite its small size, the piriformis plays several vital roles in hip movement and stability. Its primary functions include externally rotating the hip, which turns the thigh outward; abducting the hip, which moves the leg away from the body’s midline; and contributing to hip extension, which moves the leg backward. Additionally, the piriformis helps