The cause of piriformis syndrome is still unknown. Sometimes injuries or hematomas can cause piriformis syndrome.

Typically symptoms include:

• Pain that radiates down the leg
• Tingling down the leg
• Pain, numbness in the buttocks

To diagnose piriformis syndrome, your Newport Beach orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Todd Peters will perform a complete and thorough physical examination as well as a medical history check. He may also request X-Rays, MRIs, and CT scans to better assess your case.

X-Rays – A type of quick imaging process using electromagnectic waves to better show Dr. Peters bones of the body to pinpoint possible sources of pain.

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) – This type of imaging uses radiology to show Dr. Peters the soft tissues of the body like muscles, disks, nerves, and the spinal cord.

Computerized tomography (CT) – CT scans are X-ray scans taken from various angles to create a cross-section of bones and soft tissues of the body.

• Steriod/Epidural injections
• Acupuncture
• Pain medication