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Piriformis Syndrome Treatment- STOP Stretching!

Dr. Charlie Johnson, PT
94.1K subscribers
2.2M views 6 years ago #piriformissyndrome #drcharliejohnsonpt #piriformissyndrometreatment
Figure out the cause of your pain without an MRI 👉 DIY Diagnostic Guide - https://www.drcharliejohnsonpt.com/di... Apply to work with me & learn to heal yourself naturally 👉 http://www.drcharliejohnsonpt.com/apply - Many people who have been told they have "Piriformis Syndrome" stretch their piriformis muscle... because it feels tight and "hurts so good... temporarily. Often times- Piriformis Syndrome is due to a muscle that is overworked, lengthened, and not able to handle the load that you are placing upon it. While true Piriformis Syndrome is rare- strengthening this muscle usually helps out much more than stretching it. Things that may feel like Piriformis Syndrome but actually aren't include problems in the lower back (such as herniated discs), or problems in the SI Joint, hip issues, or even hamstring problems... So, if you've been stretching your piriformis and you haven't gotten relief- OR find it only temporary... then try shorte …...more
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Piriformis Syndrome Treatment- STOP Stretching!
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2018Oct 1
Figure out the cause of your pain without an MRI 👉 DIY Diagnostic Guide - https://www.drcharliejohnsonpt.com/di... Apply to work with me & learn to heal yourself naturally 👉 http://www.drcharliejohnsonpt.com/apply - Many people who have been told they have "Piriformis Syndrome" stretch their piriformis muscle... because it feels tight and "hurts so good... temporarily. Often times- Piriformis Syndrome is due to a muscle that is overworked, lengthened, and not able to handle the load that you are placing upon it. While true Piriformis Syndrome is rare- strengthening this muscle usually helps out much more than stretching it. Things that may feel like Piriformis Syndrome but actually aren't include problems in the lower back (such as herniated discs), or problems in the SI Joint, hip issues, or even hamstring problems... So, if you've been stretching your piriformis and you haven't gotten relief- OR find it only temporary... then try shortening or contracting it. Check out these other videos you may find helpful: How To Tell If You Have Piriformis Syndrome [Step-By-Step Diagnostic Tutorial]-    • How To Tell If You Have Piriformis Syndrom...   What You Need To Know About Long vs Short Piriformis Syndrome-    • What You Need To Know About Long vs Short ...   The BEST Exercise For Piriformis Syndrome?!-    • The BEST Exercise For Piriformis Syndrome?!   Piriformis Syndrome Exercises- DON'T Do Them!-    • Piriformis Syndrome Exercises- DON'T Do Them!   #drcharliejohnsonpt #piriformissyndrome #piriformissyndrometreatment #piriformisstretches -- DISCLAIMER: This content (video, description, links, and/or comments) is not medical advice or a treatment plan and is for general information/educational purposes only. It is not intended to serve as a substitute for the consultation, diagnosis, and/or medical treatment of a qualified physician or healthcare provider. Use of this content is at your sole risk. --    • Piriformis Syndrome Treatment- STOP Stretc...  

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Dr. Charlie Johnson, PT

94.1K subscribers