90 Second Exercise to STOP Sciatica & Piriformis Syndrome In Bed

[@lisaloomer]

I was literally in tears, my piriformis was giving me pain for several weeks and I was considering the ER just for a little bit of relief. I held the stretch you suggested for the duration of your video and, while it was stubborn at first...I literally felt it just melt away. You two are a godsend. ❤🙏

[@kujas]

Did the pain go away eventually?

[@chicagomike]

Thinking of ER too. LOL.

[@Iam_Tiara]

I’ve been in pain for 3 weeks! Pain meds, steroid and muscle relaxers are not helping! I’ll try this

[@veronicamosey]

Please let us know!

[@lisasmith2502]

Oh I can't wait to do this

[@rebeccaa.3121]

Was suffering for months, did your exercise, left leg healed immediately, right leg took 1.5 days to heal. Doing the exercises was painful but so worth it. Thank you so much!!

[@pix2.0]

How did you know you weren't tearing something? I'm afraid

[@LindahsArtHouse]

Again!! Thank you thank you. I’ve been down for over 2 weeks. Sciatica down back and front of leg. Two visits to urgent care. My poor tired 74 yr old father has been coming over every day to help me and feed and water my dog. Friends have been coming in the afternoons to help me and my dog. I’ve been crying and screaming. So hard to just sit on the toilet. Finally got to a point where I could lay on the MRI table which will be sent to my pain management doc. I’m in wait /limbo waiting for help to come. I did this exercise on the floor. My bed is too soft. By no means am I done yet but I was able to walk around for 4-5 mins and get my dog a bowl of fresh water!! I am blessed by my papa, my friends, and you guys!! Crying from relief that’s coming. 🙏 💕

[@annaryan4803]

Such relief! Both of my hips and tailbone were injured in an accident. Now all 3 have arthritis. All of this put pressure on my nerves that made them hurt and go numb. In fact, most of the time I could not feel my toes and only part of my feet. Even medicine so strong that I could not think clearly did not stop this. But this simple stretch brought great relief.

[@darrenlynb]

I’m 25 and extremely tense. Trying to figure that out. Back issues for years. Anyway. Came across your video and I laughed out loud throughout. I very much enjoyed the back and forth and how well you guys work together. I’ll keep watching your videos. You made it very easy to participate.

[@raven69600]

I started this type of exercise a few weeks ago after I started having that dang sciatic pain again as usual, but since I’ve started training martial arts again after 35 years, I noticed the piriformis pain started to dig in, at the time I didn’t know what the muscle was called. I’m glad I found the channel!

[@ferhatozgurvideos]

Thanks a million, by following up all of your videos, finally I overcame both unbearable sciatica and priformis syndrome that I have been suffering from almost three months, and walked for the first time 8 km along the promenade I longed for madly. My message for those who have similar problem: Be patient and hopeful, continue "positioning", you'll get back to normal and enjoy walking and jogging.

[@WeRNthisToGetHer]

These guys are such a great care team. They are informative and helpful, but deliver the message in a way that's easy to understand and even make it entertaining.

[@jacquelynfales4661]

In 2013 I was rear ended at high speed while driving my Ford Ranger. At the moment of impact, I had a distinct pain in my lower left back. Turns out the seat no longer adjusts. Through the two of you I figured out it was a Piriformis injury. Today’s video indicated i probably had a tear that possibly healed. The only way to get relief has been stretching exercises. Have never tried relaxation position. I am 80 years old with a strong PT home program. Right now I am staying in quarantine so I cannot see my physical therapist. Years of injuries, falls, overuse of the body using poor techniques has taken its toll but all the stretching keeps me mobile.

[@binhquan2443]

I had been really impressed with this sciatica pain guide called MySciaticaPain9.blogspot.com In most instances, the alignment of my knees, hips as well as back is retained because of this. I no more experience painful feelings each and every time I get up. In addition, I noticed advancements in my knees due to this program. .

[@lukespack]

Good for you.

[@mslaurateague]

don’t click the link....it is to a Suspicious website

[@jeegupopli1871]

@@mslaurateague don't be scared boomer it's nothing

[@thomasb4235]

Thanks guys! Actually bought a flat table like you have from Costco online. I'm 79 so it makes it much easier to do this procedure and get up easily afterwards. The first time I tried that position I heard a POP in my lower back! Feeling better but I know it will take a while for pain to completely go away since it has been bothering me for over a month. God bless you both! 😃🙏

[@Animal649]

Thank you from the UK. I’ve been in pain and I’ve not had a good nights sleep in years. The pain in my left buttock has got worse even walking has been very painful. I tried your exercises and I could feel the difference. I’m doing this 3 times a day I’ve slept better (all night) and I have not woken up in pain and I’m not in pain walking. Thank you so much for this video 👍👏

[@glilygoss]

thank you Bob and Brad! I had an appointment for $120 for first appointment . $45 for each appointment after that . I cancelled chiropractor appointment and googled and found this. Yes this took away my pain in my low back even though this is advertised pirformis. You have a newer video of this same position that you said to use for low back pain. I tried other stretches that didn't take it away, but this did. God bless you guys!! You are the best physical therapists on the internet!!

[@raalaa121]

I did leg extensions at the gym like always but got brave and did it with one leg and pulled my piriformis. Been having severe pain until I start going for a brisk walk for 9 weeks now. These stretches are so helpful.

[@devkhatri6444]

This video brought tears to my eyes. I was operated in India many years ago because clearly the doctors there don't care alternate and conservative therapies but only surgeries. Now i have a crazy sciatic nerve pain and i was literally in that position Brad showed which started giving me comfort and confidence, watching them do the stretch

[@tishratcliff9601]

I’d like to mention one thing that I’ve noticed with my students when doing Cobra, or the press-up, and that is the tendency to compress the neck by turning the face toward the ceiling. Keeping the head and neck aligned with the spine helps to make this movement more comfortable and easier on the shoulders.

[@qhudsia]

Thank you Bob and Brad! My glutes were on fire and I couldn't a single position of relief for them, to relax them. It was such a huge relief knowing there's a position that gives the pirformis some slack. My pain has reduced so much this morning (did the exercises last night)

[@BoobyTrap8]

I wish I had seen your video 2 days ago, I was in so much pain I couldnt even walk on the heel of my left foot. Tonight I felt instant relief (I live with this pain). Thank you so much, I will do these 3 times a day :)

[@sheridan7475]

How’s it going?

[@carmengilla6405]

OMG you guys are awesome! I have piriformis syndrome and been in pain for the last few months bc I haven't been able to go to the gym and do the incline leg press which is the only thing that heals me. But this 90 sec stretch is the solution. I've done it only once last night while watching the video. I literally limp when I first walk in the morning and I didn't limp this morning. I've done it 2x today and feeling much better like 90%. Alleluia! Thanks Bob & Brad!

[@Windsong1]

I also do the machine at the gym where you do a backwards sit up. It's motion is like the last exercise but I get a better stretch. I use the handles to assist and after im done I just hang there to open vertebrae up .

[@mmaallday118]

Incline press feet wide an high sumo stance. Try

[@Windsong1]

I'm gonna!!!! Thanks you!!!!

[@zenaidaoftarsus]

I have been having sciatica pain for two weeks. Did your exercises last night and woke up pain free! Thank you!

[@varshasuvarna56]

Hi, I was suffering from sciatica pain from last 15 days the pain was so worst that I couldn't sit nor stand and my doctor advised me to take bed rest for 15 to 20 days n the pain will come down. Today when I saw your video I was so happy that this is so much related to my problem. This same problem had occurred 12yrs back exactly the same n after taking rest n regular exercise I didn't face this problem. But now during lockdown I started seeing this again.

[@kittysassafras]

This was so interesting to watch because I’ve been putting myself into a similar position naturally sometimes in bed because I found that it felt good for my hips. It’s validating to learn why that position feels good and reminds me to trust my body and how it wants to move.

[@1Bonnie777]

The best way to relieve pain is with opiates. That's why 'they' are burning down poppy fields and not prescribing it; they WANT you to be in pain. But trust me when I tell you, that over in Israel, they prescribe opiates for pain.

[@mrjace3]

Thats exactly what happens with me as well. So cool to have that natural instinct right?

[@kmdn1]

That was my go-to position to sleep in until like the age of 14. Yeah I just felt good as relieved pressure I had even as it kid

[@violettedarwish8743]

I had a sciatica for ainperiod of 2 years a went to a paiin managing he gives me 3 injections to my back I was relieved for a period of ayear The pain came back again i went fo another one of pain management he gave me more injection he said that sciatica nerve pains came back again???😢

[@violettedarwish8743]

The pain came back again and another doctor said that the sciatica pain came back again ??? ? 🎉

[@ricapp798]

Been having pain while bending forward for a week now. Hence, I've been on a Bob and Brad marathon lol.

[@kellycampbell3274]

lol

[@hemaraju14able]

@rica.. has any exercise helped you?!! I have been having pain since 3 weeks if i bend too.. Hope your better

[@ricapp798]

@@hemaraju14able I found that some of the stretches made everything hurt more. So I ended up resting my leg for a while and only ever did walking. When the pain went down a bit, I did yoga and got a foam roller for my glutes. The pain is mostly gone now.

[@misscogito9865]

@@ricapp798 I tribes the stretches from another piriform exercise video and I’m not able to do some of them due to pain too. How long did it take you for it to go away?

[@henrygreen19]

It works !!! Ten minutes ago I was literally a cripple, now I can move about quite comfortably. So simple I did not believe it when I watched your vid - proven wrong. Thanks !!

[@MsOLWYNN]

Guys this is what your famous for in my book... helping with sciatica and piriformis... you have helped me in a time when I am in lockdown caring for our palliative elderly in aged care during the pandemic. ( working 10 HR straight shifts at the moment so I am very sore) Sending thankfull hugs!🇦🇺💋🌺

[@kellycampbell3274]

God bless u with your work. I am trying to find the right exercise for my piraformis pain but it wont improve unless i try some of these suggestions. i like bob and brad's videos very much.

[@ace6285]

Bless you for your work.

[@deborahmckinney808]

McKenzie learned here fixed long-term pain! I pushed up, prayed, and daughter pressed on my lower back. The buldge retreated. Miracle!!!! Thank you BnB

[@valeriesecor8739]

@@deborahmckinney808 Strange ..I just did that cobra arch like stretch ..and my back is achy.. even though he said it will be ..wonder if it will ease up? Such a number after being so active in everything ..But I’m determined to fix this!

[@deborahmckinney808]

@@valeriesecor8739 I did the backward u. Stretch many times with prayers included. I'd go up on my arms leaving hips on the bed arching my back. My daughter ran her hands on my lower back, hip area, pulling from the middle pulling out toward the hip with some pressure. It moved! And the pain was so much better. You could see the bulge of the disc when I went in this shape. Bob n Brad thank you SO much!

[@wangonguy62]

Suffering with this pain currently, tried this position once and instantly felt a good bit of relief. Going to keep up with it, very helpful.

[@BobandBrad]

Happy to help!

[@healthybydesignyogi]

I truly appreciate your teaching us about Positional Release Technique so that we can get relief from our pain. It is a technique that is not spoken about very much and I appreciate that you present this on your Channel!

[@21smadrid]

I’ve had issues for over 10 years with little relief. This stretch is the first thing that has provided relief

[@418SurferGirl]

Wow, no wonder this position felt better when I was trying to sleep in a comfortable position. I've had months of pain walking and the pain in my butt would have me in tears. I was diagnosed with hip arthritis, but nothing was helping, and no pain was in the hip. Finally another orthopedic doctor said Piriformis Syndrome pressing on the sciatic (after an MRI). Thank you SO much for this video! You guys are great!!

[@cheerdotfm]

Good God! This is just what I needed! Been dealing with this for nearly 6 months. Nearly immediate relief in my glute! 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@aimusic522]

You were Having This pain while Sitting?, Right?

[@joeyb7373]

@@aimusic522 yes if you sit along period of time you get that pain

[@sarapiksit]

Try years

[@yvonnegill1382]

So glad for you, I have been suffering for seven years since I had a stroke.

[@avensnow]

Mine always lasts 6 mines at a time too. Every 6 months on then off

[@thegraymarlin]

I have to agree with Lisa’s comment. I was in tears also. Desperate for relief. I have been suffering from what I thought was sciatic nerve pain but after more research, I discovered piriformis syndrome. The pain in my right knee was nearly unbearable. It was keeping me up at night. I now believe this is what I’m suffering from. I tried the stretch in the video and held it for 120 seconds. There was no pain. It felt like, you know when your leg falls asleep and it starts to come back to feeling, that coldish, tingling feeling? That’s what I felt in my hip. I stood up and walked around my house for 5 minutes. Unfortunately I have a job where I am at a computer all day. However I am going to make it a point to try to stand while working much more throughout the day. I will keep trying this stretch!

[@angrybritches1854]

Dry needling with electrical stimulation, allowed me to go back into construction. If your issue is lumbar induced, it will probably change your life.

[@Lelliott1122]

I have pain on my left side going down my leg for several years! Have had regular Chiropractic treatments for years with NO relief! I just did your 90 second stretch, stood up from my bed and no pain! My God, why no one in Chiropractic practice has ever mentioned this simple stretch? Thank you SO much. Much appreciated🥰

[@cdubya3071]

Most chiropractors don’t teach you how to heal yourself. After 4 months of 2x a week at the chiropractor, somewhat better. Not good.

[@lindaknox5047]

Be sure to share their video. If a chiropractor suggests it and it works, they are golden.

[@river8760]

Chiro is useless from my experience.

[@lynnebattaglia-triggs1042]

Physical therapists do tell about this stretch. Chiropractors don’t necessarily tell about this.

[@carmenbannerman1056]

Because chiropractors are quacks. Don't want to even think of how much money you've wasted on them.

[@denisechaoub90]

Just got diagnosed with this omg the pain is insane so glad I found you 2 felt better after doing this

[@sl2608]

This was so helpful! I was really in pain, did these 3x yesterday, also put a heat patch on the area. Woke up with no pain this morning! AMAZING. Thank you so much!

[@nidujayakody9887]

The pain was irritating and this really helped, I Thank both of you. Is it alright to go to sleep in this position or stay for a longer period in this position?

[@scottrandall4610]

I have an injury from Afghanistan and have had two back surgeries. developed awful piriformis. that stretch just changed my life. you guys are amazing

[@angrybritches1854]

Hey brother, try dry needling with electrical stimulation.

[@ginashear3766]

Thank you. You have taken away 8 years of pain! I tried physio, chiro, acupuncture, massage, low inflammatory diets and my pain is gone after this one simple move. Thank you!

[@MattD86]

Seriously?

[@doggytheanarchist7876]

I have so many body issues. Y'all already helped my Achilles tendonitis in a few days when my doctors haven't managed to help me in 6 months. Friggin amazing. Now I'm ready to fix my piriformis which has been intensely decreasing my quality of life for at least 10 years. Thank You so much for this content. Y'all are giving me so much that I would never be able to afford or access via my healthcare system.

[@angrybritches1854]

Try dry needling with electrical stimulation. L5 was pushing on my sciatic. Almost considered a microdiscectomy. Serious, try it once. Reply back if it helps. The pain was excruciating for me. Trying to spread some healing info, I wish I had a year ago.

[@KennaMcSnyder]

Bob: says anything Brad: “sure” 🤣🤣🤣

[@evilemmy1983]

I've had issues with my sciatica for years usually it's a week or two but this bout has been lasting months. I tried the usual stretches and I'd have relief for about 10seconds then bam back to square one..I've seen other videos from you both and this one popped up and figured it'll be another 10 seconds then pain is back. I will say this one took a bit of testing to find that sweet spot but the relief was immediate once.i found the right position and it felt wierd at the same time like someone had poured ice all over the area I was experiencing pain in. I was semi laughing in the relief from the pain thank you so so much this will be a 2-3 times a day thing for me. I'm finally able to sit in a chair without feeling like someone is stabbing my sciatica/back with a hot knife. Instead of pain it's more of a cold tense feeling with ache.

[@andreak4280]

Thank you Bob & Brad for all your great vids! 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼 helping alleviate pain for so many of us… you both are amazing! 💪🏼💪🏼💕

[@walker4133]

This stretch really worked. Tried it today, rode my bike, and no pain. Couldn’t believe it. Very impressed. I will continue with this stretch, wow.

[@Headhits]

This is exactly what I’m hoping. I get flare ups but this is the longest and haven’t been able to ride in a couple of weeks, absolutely horrible for my sanity.

[@Wilfried78]

Wow, Bob and Brad really ARE the best physical therapists on the internets.

[@magnolia2]

Here we go with your witchcraft. I’ve been having sciatic flare ups this weekend and BOOM! Bob and Brad the best physical therapists and psychics on the Internet!

[@heatherkaye8653]

Isn't their psychic intuition on when to post on topics almost a lil creepy? I swear they are listening! Without fail my spouse will complain about pinched nerve, bam a video addressing it, then it was tennis elbow, bam video. This morning I was whining about my sciatic pain and this. ... haha its spooky! Spooky, but no less appreciated

[@tiffanygrimsely14]

@@heatherkaye8653 Someone could have put a spell on her to cause her back pain. You need to stop judging. You don't know about her life.

[@vanvan857]

I had been really impressed with this sciatica pain guide called MySciaticaPain9.blogspot.com In most instances, the alignment of my knees, hips as well as back is retained because of this. I no more experience painful feelings each and every time I get up. In addition, I noticed advancements in my knees due to this program. .

[@infullbloom3246]

You lack connective tissue in your diet. Eat chicken, pork or cow feet. You will fix the problem in couple of months.

[@lindalai9092]

@@infullbloom3246 bull

[@tanyastinson4633]

oh wow. My piriformis syndrome has been acting up this week and was making it difficult to sleep. I just watched this video and went upstairs to try the exercise and maybe take a nap. I fell asleep on my face in the position.

[@IAmJustR]

I have tried every pill, cream, spray, heat, ice, massage, stretch and NOTHING has worked! im so excited to sleep tonight after just 90 seconds. God bless B&B

[@agoat6146]

I watched the periformus, (spelin) video and tried it and it helped a good bit. I have done this now twice and I can now lift my right leg without pain. And now this one. Yesterday morning I was in so much pain I was dragging my foot at the mall. After these exercises, and the other one, I can move without the tightness in my back or leg. I had major knee surgery 11, years ago on my right knee, and over time I have begun to really suffer. Thank you for posting this. I am amazed at how much two sessions have helped me. I am walking without pain today. This is a blessing.

[@Lgalitz]

Much appreciation and love to Bob and Brad. Thanks guys. Your instruction and explanations are life changing. Stay well !

[@sheronmiles1904]

I have seen some of your videos off and on for about 6 months and never really was able to incorporate them into my schedule. I have been dealing with sciatica pain for the past 3 months and have been given 2 injections into my glute for it and there has been no real relief from the pain. I have a month to wait until I can even start PT for some pain relief. I saw your video last night about the exercise in bed and I want to say "THANK YOU" so much. I woke up without pain today.

[@AGASI999]

Doing the Cobra pose (with the hips lifted off the ground as well),really helped my piriformis sciatica..

[@paulcrook2846]

Always good to return to the expertise Bob and Brad bring - getting some wear and tear and coming to listen to you two makes me realise; good self help starts the recovery properly. Cheers Gents

[@viejitaaa]

Hey guys! I love the sense of humor and quality information and tips in all of your videos. I was wondering if you guys have considered doing a video explaining the difference between the spondylolisthesis and spondylolysis, and differences between the causes, symptoms, diagnoses, and treatments. If you already have a video like this and I missed it, I apologize! Thanks for all your tips--have a wonderful day!

[@jelaiaguirre5649]

I couldn't sleep tonight. It's 3:20am and I was already thinking of bringing my self to the hospital because this sciatica has been giving me pain for weeks now and tonight was just the worst! You are a blessing! the pain went away after that little push ups and I lay with my leg slightly bent just like how you showed it earlier. It worked! I have been soaking my back and limbs on hot compress for hours and only these 2 techniques helped the pain to go away. I can't believe it! I will never want to unlearn this knowledge. Thank you. God bless your channel and all that you do.

[@judithscharf6318]

I was in excruciating pain, and this stopped it. Thank you so much!

[@kay-juliedenton8985]

Thank you. I have had a pain in my right butt cheek for months. I tried this positional release and OMG, the pain is gone. Thank you again.

[@sharonpreston2826]

OMG this exercise is my regular sleeping position. No wonder my sciatica pain goes away after I sleep at night.

[@jesusiskingofmyheart]

Sameee 🤣💀

[@IAmJustR]

mine too but i suspect its why I'm in pain

[@divine1ful]

I was telling my wife the same thing...

[@louannemiller5462]

This is the position I have to be in to sleep. Now after 16 years post 2x failed laminectomy’s my left hip is thrown off .

[@Ocr777]

Same here!

[@movicangel88]

Okay, so I started having pain with my piriformis last week. I haven't been able to walk easily almost at all. I visited a chiropractor and have been working on fixing the issue. I decided to try this stretch. As I'm scrolling through the comments I'm having a hard time believing that the pain just poof goes away. Well, then I stood up. 90% of my pain is now gone as I'm writing this. Thank you so much!!

[@krayome3296]

🤯 Can't believe how much this helps. Tore my piriformis 20+ years ago and it flares up periodically. It's been really bad lately and doing this has taken the pain way down. Thank you!!

[@HollyFurgason]

You guys are miracle workers! I'd been dealing with pain for months and, once again, you guys come through. I started doing the relaxation exercise and in 3 days, the pain is almost gone. I'm 95% better.

[@Sarklaser]

Oh my god, thank you guys for this. Stretching really wasn't working but just being in this position does.

[@babiryeyasmiin2058]

Found you guys in 2020.After hours of a pain i didn’t understand.Had no idea what sciatica was.Back here today because I’ve had a pain originating from my butt to my leg.The pain is gone after this exercise.God bless you❤️

[@annehewitt6026]

This morning after doing your stretches I have finally got some relief from severe sciatic pain, thank you so,so much. I have tried chiropractic treatment which I think made it worse, all kinds of anti inflammatory pills and on and on, but your stretches are the only thing that has worked.

[@staytight6340]

Anne did your ankle and side calf feel uncomfortable as well Plz respond

[@angrybritches1854]

Try dry needling with electrical stimulation.

[@robertosullivan1786]

I had this sciatic and piriformis pain for a number of months now. Was counting one day how many tablets being taken every day to EASE the pain, not completely get rid of. I tried this stretch for 90 seconds only minutes ago, and as many of your subscribers have already said, 50 - 60% of my pain is gone!! I was trying everything before, now I am smiling thinking this is too good to be true. :) many thanks Bob and Brad!!!!!

[@BobandBrad]

We love to hear that!!

[@leafyrox]

Hi I have a friend who has described sciatica symptoms to me so I will share it with her. I had a knee injury a couple years ago which your videos helped me with, it's all better now, thanks guys. 😊

[@christinelwhite3424]

I have knee issues trying to not have knee surgery I had PRP treatments wow took Tylenol today feeling relief today after last prp Monday...I just think my disc and left rear hip gets sore I think knee related to that so frustrated with mds ....never even asked about discs hips ....geez frustrated

[@mitziebaybayon2576]

Thank you guys. Just did it this moment. U are God sent. The pain has been persistent for a week already. I can't sleep. So as I was looking for remedies, thanks that u appeared. I'm okay now

[@geriannrasmussen3119]

I've been dealing with excruciating sciatic nerve pain for years. Had spinal fusion surgery last October and it has NEVER stopped. It's gotten far worse since I fell and fractured my right shoulder socket. I'm also at the ER point. I'm just really lost right now and hope that I can do at least part of this program.

[@krishnasaraswat7367]

how are you doing now?

[@geriannrasmussen3119]

@@krishnasaraswat7367 I don't know how it could be worse. Almost can't even walk at this point. Wish that assisted suicide was available.

[@deebaker9199]

Me too...what a painful journey...had spinal lumbar fusion 2018 and have been in almost unbearable pain since! Have tried everything for relief...from medication to massage to meditation. I pray anyone in this sort of pain finds relief 🙏💜

[@angrybritches1854]

Try dry needling with electrical stimulation.

[@angrybritches1854]

@@deebaker9199 Try dry needling with electrical stimulation.

[@marysimino1726]

I found this position just by accident agonizing rolling around in bed last night trying to get comfortable. Was surprised to see this video pop up today! These guys Are spot on

[@talieeyadavis4594]

Wow! I was sleeping like this because this was the only position I didn’t feel pain .

[@barbaracardin4220]

Ru ya

[@nambnuts]

Exacty! Me Too! My body took this position involuntarily to ease the pain!

[@clararaimundi551]

Me too

[@lindalane7341]

Me too. Lol

[@serator24]

Me too...but you know this doesn't solve anything on the long term (we spending 8 hours in this position and still having a problem. This video is vaste of time.

[@NrdCool]

I've been struggling with spontaneous back pain that started about a week ago and this really really really helped. Thank you all so much.

[@musoseven8218]

As always guys - thank you. I was suffering from a bit of PS and sciatica - horrendous, all my usual exercises (even specific PS exercises) weren't helping. This helped!👍😊😊

[@jamesraj6531]

I am greatful for the information and excercise....I am recovering very fast in few days. Thanks a million.

[@lifeasintrovert5349]

Really worked for me. i have both lower back pain and butt pain, some yoga and stretching exercises can reduce the lower back pain but not butt. However doing this specific stretch really realief the piriformis pain! Thank you!

[@cherrycrissycris]

My physiotherapist has me doing press-ups for my piriformis and I find they're great. The biggest help though was to figure out what was triggering my flare ups. For me it was stepping with an outward rotation of my foot on that side and the prolonged squats that I was doing at work, now I use a chair to avoid squatting.

[@mangouni]

This really helped. It was difficult to find the right position, but when I did.. after about 90 seconds - immediate relief!! The pain came back after I sat down behind my computer, but it is not as painful as before. Thank you!!

[@preethamtillu1708]

Same thing!!

[@ushajain8767]

You have explained the piriformis muscle so beautifully. I saw so many videos but always got confused with sciatic nerve. Now I'm clear. Thank you so much🙏🙏

[@RobertCiampa9112]

Over a year now after a traumatic back injury the prevented me from walking for a month/100 feet without severe sciatic nerve pain. No surgery No pain meds Walk 10,000 steps a day. No heavy lifting Turmeric every day Positive Attitude I feel 85% better,yes I still have minor lower back pain and some tingling in my leg. BUT nothing that would require surgery or poping pain meds.

[@benyboyz808]

How much / which brand of tumeric please?

[@RobertCiampa9112]

@@benyboyz808 Turmeric Curcumin with BioPerine on Amazon 1 a day

[@benyboyz808]

@@RobertCiampa9112 thanks so much!

[@RobertCiampa9112]

I find that you also have to keep active. Odd as it seems but my back feels much better when I am working and moving rather than sitting or lying down worrying about my back.

[@pmar27]

I just canceled a dream vacation because one week before we were scheduled to leave, I started getting the pain in my back and down my leg. Two days later I couldn't even stand or walk upright. I got two cortisone shots and then started seeing a chiro. I'm going to try these two techniques and follow up with my results. So thankful for these men for sharing so many great tips and info.

[@angrybritches1854]

Try dry needling with electrical stimulation.

[@ka8301]

BOB & BRAD CAN FIX EVERYTHING EXCEPT FOR A BROKEN HEART. LOL

[@darlar.9043]

But they’re working on it. LOL

[@lisabird6256]

Maybe, they are pretty funny sometimes. They make my heart happy

[@sherryhenry3452]

My back has been better because I used this sciatica pain guide, 4SciaticaPainCure.blogspot.com That is genuinely a big deal to me because I have worked with many, many guides and also my back still hurts after each a different one. I cannot believe I have found the solution for my sciatica problem I am hoping this relief would last!.

[@tylerharvey3688]

LOL

[@nadineF]

I was in pain for several days. Had difficulty sleeping and working. Tried this exercise and it worked immediately. Thank you 🙏

[@pstutor1]

I have tried every stretch and painkillers for a week and I CAN NOT BELIEVE how this works. No pain while I was doing it, I thought it was doing nothing and then poof most of the pain was gone. INCREDIBLE!!!

[@allenwinters8103]

Man I was in extreme pain!!!!!!! I'm doin this now and it's helping!!!!!! Thank you!!!!!!

[@michaelcostello6991]

Great model of the nerve and muscle. Really helps visualise whats going on. Thank you. I recently went to an arogant Surgeon about this and learnt nothing from him. He was a joke. Thank you guys so much.

[@valerieescabi6104]

Hi Bob and Brad thank you for your help and God bless you💖🙏🏻

[@emsjane69]

Can you do a video just on a weak/loose piriformis after a hip replacement and exercises to strengthen the piriformis so it doesn’t hurt when sitting.

[@ckzf1842]

Wow , thank you , you guys are amazing - had ( I suspected ) a piriformis injury which resulted in searing sciatic pain , went to see 2 Consultant Sports medicine doctors - was sent for MRI scans , nothing evident in the scans but the doctors insisted it was due to misalignment of my hips , etc , and just wanted to DOSE me up with Diazepam !! Then , ( thank God) I chanced upon your KZbin video , completed the simple exercise …. and immediate relief of that pain/ cramp/ tension in my left butt . Also went for that recommended little walk , and am just feeling so much better . Will continue the little exercise 3 - 4 times every day , from now on …👌

[@angrybritches1854]

Try dry needling with electrical stimulation. It's mostly for lumbar issues causing piriformis, but can work with SI joint issues as well.

[@NenadKobak888]

Thank you very much for this very informative and useful video. So far, your exercises are the only ones that have helped me. Thanks a million!

[@teresacorrigan3076]

You are so Kind to share your knowledge with us. Thank you. This is helping me. 🇨🇦💫

[@koookeeez]

God bless you gentlemen for sharing all this knowledge and information. This information has helped me and my family immensely ☺️

[@athena3865]

You guys are so much fun to watch. And getting relief from these stretches is the bonus..

[@joannelegros-kelly7688]

After 90 seconds in a lot of pain , I was ready to give up, then I felt the pins & needles start to decrease, then full relaxation and comfort. Wow. What is it about sitting that bothers the piriformus?

[@neilt4723]

I know 🤦🏻‍♂️ car journeys have become excruciating

[@aldorsey1848]

its the pressure that bothers the Piriformis. Sitting OR laying down in bed , flat on the back ,reading for hours. Also weak Gluteal muscles after a Weber 1 fracture ( minor fracture but weakened the Glutes). Weak Glutes are softer and more susceptible to pressure.

[@drritzy6618]

@@aldorsey1848 so I shouldn't lay on back?

[@Polo-Swag]

Please read!!! I've suffered from PS for 14 years. I normally would get cortisone injections. That would help some times. My new, surprising healer is Elephant Walk stretch and deep squats. Surprisingly, a lot of the stress to the piriformis is a direct correlation to hamstrings. The other stretches never helped me. Get well soon, guys. I'm ready to start running and working out again. 😊

[@kigman1980]

True sciatica never comes from the low back...if it’s coming from a “low back” segment it’s a radiculopathy. But regardless, strain counterstrain is an effective technique. The important part of the technique is returning the muscle to normal length after shortening without muscle contraction. Passively. All the strain counterstrain courses I’ve taken recommend keeping the muscle and/or fascial location treated to remain as relaxed as much as possible after the release while returning to neutral position. That’s the difference between positional release and strain counterstrain. A professional performs SCS monitoring tenderpoints. Positional release is something you do by yourself which requires some muscle activation to return to neutral. But thank you for bringing awareness to this technique.

[@sbeckas]

Huh?

[@serator24]

Good comment. You know so much more than those guys. Don't listen them cose it doesn't work.

[@MrAbbas16]

My goodness! I was sceptical but thought I'd try it after reading the comments. It took about 100 seconds to feel better - so much better. God bless you both.

[@mariahooyenga2996]

Deceptively simple but it really works! Thank you!

[@heatherb9038]

Thank you SO much! I have been trying everything to help improve my sciatic pain, and this did the trick! THANK YOU! ❤

[@lrow5416]

I have a chronic piriformis issue that sometimes becomes sciatica. This is like discovering treasure!!

[@heidiosgood4144]

Same issues!

[@mangog8277]

Same here as well. I get up everyday with either piriformis or sciatica pain.

[@angrybritches1854]

Try dry needling with electrical stimulation. It changed my life with L5/S1 issues, pressuring my sciatic/piriformis.

[@angrybritches1854]

@@mangog8277 Try dry needling with electrical stimulation. It changed my life with L5/S1 issues, pressuring my sciatic/piriformis.

[@angrybritches1854]

@@heidiosgood4144 Try dry needling with electrical stimulation. It changed my life with L5/S1 issues, pressuring my sciatic/piriformis.

[@GlorytoGlorytoGod]

You have changed my quality of life with this one video. Thank you. Thank you and thank you

[@angrybritches1854]

Try dry needling with electrical stimulation.

[@leecorrigan8394]

I have had this type of pain at times throughout my entire life, thanks to you guys I now know how to alleviate it

[@usharajeswari8714]

Sirs, 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏 I am having severe sciatic pain. I did this exercise along with heat pad. Much relief. Thanks a lot.

[@angrybritches1854]

Try dry needling with electrical stimulation.

[@charalford1061]

You two just crack me up! Great videos and so helpful! Thank you!

[@waltermccall7741]

I have sciatica from cauda equina syndrome. The sciatica started several years before the cauda equina hit me. L5S1 was leaking spinal fluid. Due to covid i could not have surgery. However, after using some of the exercises you have shown (I was taught them by local physical therapists) the spinal leak was resolved. I have shots at L5 and l4 but still get sciatic pain if I am on my feet too much. These exercises still work. This morning I walked 5 miles! Not yet a rim to rim hike of the Grand Canyon, but that is my goal. I may not achieve that but I am walking and have not had surgery. Keep up the good work, I know you have help and encouraged me. Dr. Walter McCall (Dr. Of Theology, not medicine)

[@angrybritches1854]

Try dry needling with electrical stimulation. It changed my life with L5/S1 issues, pressuring my sciatic/piriformis.

[@claremckenzie5119]

Just stumbled on your video. Thanks so much for sharing. Loving the light-hearted presentation. I had Piriformis 10 years ago and I have only gone and got this back again! I'll be trying your exercises in the vain hope that this will alleviate my symptoms. I have no back pain, just tingles down to toes, and an awkward feeling below.... Xx

[@alejandrovilla3975]

It gives me relief while im doing it as soon as i get up the pain is back

[@alejandrovilla3975]

I take it back, this exercise might be the reason im not in pain anymore. I had one of the worse flare ups las saturday, this position was the only thing that gave me relief, now I finally got rid of the pain that I’ve been having since February!