| The diagnosis and management of piriformis syndrome: myths and facts. | |
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PMID: 22931697 Owner: NLM Status: In-Data-Review |
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Piriformis Syndrome (PS) is an uncommon, controversial neuromuscular disorder that is presumed to be a compression neuropathy of the sciatic nerve at the level of the piriformis muscle (PM). The diagnosis is hampered by a lack of agreed upon clinical criteria and a lack of definitive investigations such as imaging or electrodiagnostic testing. Treatment has focused on stretching, physical therapies, local injections, including botulinum toxin, and surgical management. This article explores the various sources of controversy surrounding piriformis syndrome including diagnosis, investigation and management. We conclude with a proposal for diagnostic criteria which include signs and symptoms, imaging, and response to therapeutic injections. |
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T A Miller; K P White; D C Ross |
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Type: Journal Article |
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Title: The Canadian journal of neurological sciences. Le journal canadien des sciences neurologiques Volume: 39 ISSN: 0317-1671 ISO Abbreviation: Can J Neurol Sci Publication Date: 2012 Sep |
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Created Date: 2012-08-30 Completed Date: - Revised Date: - |
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Nlm Unique ID: 0415227 Medline TA: Can J Neurol Sci Country: Canada |
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Languages: eng Pagination: 577-83 Citation Subset: IM |
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From the Departments of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Surgery, Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario Canada. |
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