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Piriformis Stretches to Relieve Piriformis Syndrome

2. Foam Roll Quadriceps

  • Lie face down with a foam roller under the thighs.

  • Support your body with your forearms.

  • Slowly roll the front of the thighs.

  • Pause on tight spots for 30 seconds.


3. Foam Roll IT Band

  • Lie on your side with the foam roller under the outer thigh.

  • Place the top leg in front for support.

  • Roll slowly from the hip toward the knee.

  • Pause on tender areas for 30 seconds.


4. Piriformis Stretch

  • Lie on your back.

  • Cross one ankle over the opposite knee.

  • Pull the bottom leg toward your chest.

  • Push the crossed knee slightly outward.

Hold the stretch for 30 seconds.


5. Hamstring Stretch (Biceps Femoris)

  • Lie on your back.

  • Bend one knee to 90°.

  • Extend the leg upward until you feel a stretch in the hamstring.

Hold for 30 seconds.


6. Hip Flexor Stretch

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