Sciatica Pain Relief For Piriformis Syndrome - Stretches and Exercises

[@keriwelborn5729]

I’ve suffered from sciatica pain for about 20 years. Last night it flared up and I found your video. This is the best thing I’ve discovered in 20 years! Thank you for making this video!!

[@toneandtighten]

Great new, Keri Welborn! You are very welcome! I am so glad to hear it has helped!

[@thomasthomas8049]

How's your sciatica pain right now? Did it improve?

[@zakariabouchekara585]

How's your sciatica pain right now? Did y get better?

[@kayolabrummell1193]

Dr this pain is killing me my God it and easy.

[@kayolabrummell1193]

Can walking help.

[@IrishDublinDave]

I know almost all the comments on these kinds of videos are the same "I've tried everything else and only this worked" but its kind of true for me. I think what helped the most is foam rolling my glute for two mins morning and evening and a very gentle piriformis stretch after. Pain was initially worse for a couple of hours right after but then reduced a lot for the rest of the day. Maybe 20-30% better. Still good the following days and slowly getting better. Just in case this helps anyone else, ive had bad pain for 4 months now so worth a try if you're the same

[@toneandtighten]

Thank you so much for sharing!

[@bshoulder]

Dr. Jared, I cannot thank you enough for this video (among many). I have suffered from very serious hip and radiating pain down my right leg for months. My RMT thought I had some nerve problems; my chiro suggested that it was a piriformis problem, but neither provided the massage, stretches, and strengthening exercises that you so comprehensively provided in this one video! I tried all of your suggested massage, stretches and exercises just now and felt an instant relief! From the bottom of my heart, THANK YOU so VERY, VERY MUCH!

[@Saggy7753]

Did pain goes properly

[@ermnowwhere]

I can’t thank you enough for making this. It has been life altering this past month. This pain has flipped my life upside down.

[@toneandtighten]

You are so welcome! It is my passion to help people feel less pain so I am glad these did just that!

[@scramblendan]

Life altering....how great does it feel to have that type of impact on people. You Rock 👍

[@GM-xh6gj]

Mine too. It came on suddenly after a motorcycle accident. There are some days I can’t walk due to periformis. I’m starting this today. Thank you!

[@matthewjohnmurphy]

Second this. Literally was in tears watching this. Never felt so seen!

[@Mr-zc6vr]

I hope your better whoever this pain has me in shambles also

[@goclashing1897]

The first time I got injured while working out, I thought it's going to take a long time to recover but while going through a lot of videos in you tube I found yours and did that 4 stretches you mentioned for 3 to 4 days and the pain is completely gone. All thanks to you.

[@toneandtighten]

This is wonderful news, Go Clashing! Thank you for sharing!

[@mallkrawlerz620]

This happened to me a couple of days ago when I was standing up after putting weights down. It happened so suddenly I was thinking the worst. But this video really helped me realize I have the least of the worries. The pain in my crotch is what was throwing me off

[@disha4613]

Mine pain is not going one month and still no recovery 😭😭 I can't sit properly I'm in pain

[@shubhamsharma-yn9ed]

@@disha4613 found any solution? Its been 6 months for me🥲

[@vivianeraw8448]

You are soo lucky I am in tears depressed from this injury and i have hip bursitis Sitting IS impossible

[@marybossart5400]

Not only do I appreciate the correct exercises (I remember alot of these exercises from past physical therapy), I really appreciate how you take the time to educate me on the anatomy, symptoms, and causes of the pain. Thank you.

[@toneandtighten]

You are very welcome, Mary! I think it is so important to explain the science behind the condition as well so I am glad you found it helpful!

[@rasulbek_medic6565]

​@@toneandtighten Hallo Doctor!!! I am from Uzbekistan 🇺🇿. Very good videa. Thank you a lot Doctot😊

[@Hokit]

Clear and to the point - described the symptom (pain), explained the reason (diagnosis) and instructed how to resolve (treatment). Thank you.

[@toneandtighten]

Thanks so much for your kind comment, Hokit! I appreciate that your recognized each of those individual aspects and what I was trying to accomplish with each one. I hope these things really help you out!

[@Hokit]

@@toneandtighten My comment is coming not only from the pain I've been experiencing, but also from not diligently understanding the advice I've received. When personal trainers and therapists give me 'advice' and 'instructions', they're often not clear enough. The expectation is I do much of the 'homework' in my own time, yet that's difficult when I'm unsure about (1) what to do, (2) how to do it, and (3) what the exercises achieve. When my body's to be manipulated, I expect clarity. So coming across sources that make sense helps push me one step closer to managing my health independently. Whether or not your exercise are effective for my body remains to be seen; however, your video was clear, logical and well structure, therefore helping me to at least better understand the pain I'm going through. Thanks again.

[@toneandtighten]

Hokit - this is an awesome response. It's exactly what I hope that my patients (and KZbin viewers) get when they work with me. I wish you all the best! Keep me posted on your progress.

[@MsChinchy101]

Kelvin Ku you are the bomb.com ‼️ Truly professional... I now understand what’s going on and these stretches help! I can really feel these. Ty 🤗🤗🤗

[@robhillard5103]

He’s awesome

[@briantaylor5676]

Thank you so much for this video. My sciatic nerve issue started around 3/2/19. I was propping myself up with pillows to breath better at night because of my allergies. Since then my doctor helped me with the allergies. However I had back pain. I was laying flat on my back around the first of March and I sneezed. My sciatic nerve slammed me into unbelievable pain. My lower leg and foot burned to a point it made me scream. I couldn't walk for about 4 weeks. My doctor and physical therapist helped, but no one mentioned what you taught me in this video. I truly believe it was this muscle that I injured when the back pain began. Now , 7/16/19 I can walk normally with no back ,hip or butt pain. I don't limp anymore. I'm waiting for my foot and toes to finish healing. I feel I'm on my way to recovery thanks to your information. Thanks again! Very educational.

[@einajr]

What did the have you do at pt?

[@BBGshop7]

Beautiful testimony very inspiring

[@Girl-di5dg]

What did you do to heal?

[@swissmaid]

@@Girl-di5dg exercises of course.

[@vivianeraw8448]

@@swissmaid for how long you found improvement And how long it took you to heal

[@iteachspeech31]

Your videos are talking straight to me! I was diagnosed at 30 years old with congenital spinal stenosis and I've dealt with pain for 25 years since. I've never been so bad to need surgery but I've had to change my whole lifestyle and it can be depressing sometimes. My workouts dwindled down from running 5Ks and weightlifting to light walking and riding a bike. I haven't done any body work outs in years because of the repercussions I suffer in pain for weeks after. I was looking for some stenosis stretches and I came across your videos. After completing them I found your low back and core exercises and was ecstatic to find movements that do not aggravate my condition. They are so effective! My goal is to keep my back and core as strong and flexible as long as I can to avoid laminectomy. I also follow your tips on sleeping with pillows and it's tremendously helped my back and shoulder pain at night. You are an incredible DPT!

[@toneandtighten]

Thank you so much for your kind comment and support!

[@ckzf1842]

A few years ago, I had this problem - it literally brought my life to a standstill . Took all sorts of painkillers, but nothing helped, and I put on a huge amount of weight because I could not exercise properly . Then , one day , I had enough - and started exercising and stretching( carefully ) - firstly , my hamstrings , and then slowly and progressively moved towards all the major muscle groups . Within a month, I was jogging reasonable distances. and could exercise properly so as to strengthen all my main muscle groups .

[@jonkevinpilea2751]

This has been the biggest relief i had from the start of this pandemic. I wasn’t able to visit my chiropractor since march. I wish i found your channel earlier. Thank you for your videos

[@toneandtighten]

Great to hear! Thank you for sharing! I am so glad you feeling better!

[@logicstv]

Did your pain eventually go away? I too suffering from this muscles nerve pain

[@vivianeraw8448]

@@logicstv how are you now

[@ASosa-de1fq]

I'm in my mid 60s, and have a fair knowledge of anatomy. I ran into your videos by error, and I'm happy I did!! I learned soooo much about anatomy and now I fully understand my pain and where it's coming from. I've been able to identify the spots that are making me miserable. I'm going to be diligent and make friends with these spots that cause me pain and work with it to feel like a human being, and enjoy a pain free life again. This knowledge helps me to fully understand what is happening to my limbs and, instead of cursing it, make friends with it to help IT heal so that we can both be happy again.... Thank you to you and your beautiful wife. God blesss...

[@toneandtighten]

A. Sosa - Thank you so much for your kind comment! I am glad that you found my videos as well! I just appreciate your words more than you know - I always want to explain things in a way that people will find helpful and I am glad that you were able to benefit from this video. I hope that you find relief from your pain soon - keep me posted! Best of luck to you.

[@floxendoodle942]

You have a real gift of being able to explain things clearly and concisely! Thank you for all of these videos that are so educational and help others to be strong and pain-free in their bodies!

[@toneandtighten]

Thank you so much! I appreciate your comment and support!

[@hanhoihanha]

You are god-send. Thank you so much for your thorough videos. I've been trying to figure out why I have so much back pain that comes and goes and your explanation and tips for self-diagnosing are simple and helpful. I now know why I have sciatica pain (Piriformis Syndrome) and exercises and stretches to help. OMG, immediate relief! It still hurts a little, but it feels much better. Going to continue doing your exercises and checking out your other videos. THANK YOU SO MUCH for what you do! I'm so glad I found your channel. (And your wife is the perfect model for your examples!) Thank you Thank you Thank you!!!

[@toneandtighten]

Wonderful news! You are so welcome!

[@gerrythemerrymonk2885]

Excellent. Ties in perfectly with what I have been experiencing recently. Recommend this guy - seems he really knows what he's talking about. Helps me too as I have recently suffered lower back pain - something new for me. Been retired for many years. God bless you, your family and your work.

[@toneandtighten]

Much appreciated!

[@Limestonecliffs]

I finally understand why I have had hip pain and sciatica for almost a year now! In my case, it’s a weak piriformis muscle from too much hip opening and cross legged sitting (I’m a yoga teacher). Thank you, this helped so much!

[@toneandtighten]

You are so welcome! Glad it was helpful!

[@vivianeraw8448]

Hey did u recover!?

[@everydayistheworstday1237]

Please stop reaching yoga if you do not know how pain works.

[@Jen-zk9se]

I truly appreciate the effort made to educate your audience on the causes, anatomy of and exercises to provide relief.

[@toneandtighten]

My pleasure!

[@keltronzero3030]

Y'all are literal angels. THANK YOU!

[@toneandtighten]

You are welcome! I hope these exercises help!

[@SandiswaCengani]

​@@toneandtightenplease help me where can I find a cure for piriformis 😭😭😭

[@billw.1567]

I've been going through sciatica pain for about 3 years now and I must say that you are the Best that I have found on the web. Thank you for caring enough to put the information out there.

[@toneandtighten]

Oh, I appreciate that so much! Thanks for sharing!

[@Astro22008]

thank you for helping me find out exactly what was causing my pain. ive had horrible pain for the past 5 months . you and your lovely wife just saved me thank you thank you!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@toneandtighten]

You are so welcome! I am so glad this helped and thanks for sharing!

[@vivianeraw8448]

Hope you recovered fully

[@venessatalbert9232]

I just tried some of those stretches and although it does still hurt, it doesn't hurt as bad. It really made a difference. With more practice I have no doubt that it will alleviate the pain

[@toneandtighten]

I am glad these are helping and thanks for sharing!

[@vivianeraw8448]

How r now

[@spydersmom1]

Thank you. Please don't stop helping others. After a year of looking for pain relief exercise, I gave up. I have a Pet Grooming and Wellness Spa. We help hurt animals and elderly. But us humans are suffering and I cannot imagine giving up on my Fur Clients, so your video has helped me where no others have and with just 1 time trying these. This will be in my favorites. 🙏🏼 The FurBabies thank you for helping their humans🐾

[@toneandtighten]

You are welcome! I am glad you are finding my content helpful and thanks for commenting!

[@shelbybenson7476]

I just tried the four stretches and tennis ball trick and felt INSTANT relief. I can hardly believe it! THANK YOU! I'll incorporate these massage and stretches with additional strengthening I'm already doing (that includes the moves you showed us). Thanks again!! I can't wait to sleep better tonight.

[@toneandtighten]

This is wonderful news, Shelby! I am so glad they helped!

[@vivianeraw8448]

How r now Any improvement

[@ELIZAHOBBIT]

I really need to thank you for your info and also thank your beautiful assistant. After listening to your “you tube” i suffer from DDD. I HAVE BEEN Unable to move, walk, etc. Very intense pain. I’m 74 and recently had a shoulder replacement - so have spent many days In bed. I finally searched for help on “you tube” and while listening to a few of your Videos (changed my sleep position - think it’s DDD) and I did try a few exercises but couldn’t stand the pain. But today discovered the pain was disappearing…now that I can move I will be able to walk and visit my Dr. And will continue your exercises. Thank you for your instructions, you are a true life savor.❣️

[@toneandtighten]

You are very welcome! I am so glad this has been helpful!

[@joycemcclements9316]

Thanks!

[@toneandtighten]

No problem!

[@srceodzlata]

I just wanna take the time to say thank you. I have been suffering with the pain of a herniated disc for about 9 months now. I have been going to physical therapy for it, and though it helped out a lot this video has helped me relive so much of my pain. Although I’m not pregnant, that particular exercise helped me the most. Thank you

[@toneandtighten]

You are welcome, Jasmina! I am so glad to hear you are feeling relief!

[@madivinatungol3450]

Thank you very much. An effective exercises with an immediate result. God bless.

[@vivianeraw8448]

@@madivinatungol3450 did you recover fully

[@lindasalazar5336]

Thank you for the explanation about sciatica. My husband will try the traction to help him relieve himself from lumbar pain. God bless.

[@toneandtighten]

You're very welcome, Linda! I hope he gets some relief from the traction treatment.

[@royrodriguez5269]

I appreciate you both so much! I have been having terrible sciatica symptoms, bad enough that I could barely walk. This is really helping me out! Thank you so much!

[@toneandtighten]

Roy, I am so sorry to hear about your pain. I am happy to hear that you found this video helpful! Thanks so much for leaving a comment - best of luck to you!

[@佳輝黃]

Nice exercises, good instructions. Thank you.

[@vivianeraw8448]

Hey how r u now any improvement doing PT exercises

[@EnginesInsider]

Thanks very much for making this video, and sharing your knowledge! Helpful and professional content ... much appreciated from someone going through this.

[@toneandtighten]

Thanks for watching!

[@tonitiger123]

This video is sooooo helpful! Thank you! I love that you have your wife helping and demonstrating too, she is beautiful :-)

[@toneandtighten]

You are welcome, Toni Ball! I hope these exercises help your condition! I agree that she is beautiful!

[@ValonHonor]

Thank you!! I tried explaining this to people when it comes to the sharp pains i been having but you nailed it!! Long periods of sitting 😒

[@toneandtighten]

Thank you so much! I am glad you enjoyed this video!

[@swissmaid]

Thanks to covid restrictions, there must be a lot of people with this pain!

[@vivianeraw8448]

How r u now did you recover

[@eckocrazy361]

Thank you sooo much, I've had this pain almost for 3 weeks and this relieved so much pressure

[@toneandtighten]

eckocrazy361 - you are welcome! I am happy that this video helped! Thanks for watching and leaving a comment. Have a good day!

[@alicamara909]

@@toneandtighten my first time to watch your video I want to try see also how . I got buttocks pain almost 1 month can not lying on my back so pain and I can’t even sit for 10 minutes too 😭😭

[@informatikos-pamokos]

Omg, that fire hydrant was the best I've seen anywhere. The way you have showed it, that it's supposed to be 90 degrees everywhere, it's the best thing ever! Thank you very much!

[@toneandtighten]

So glad you found that helpful!

[@WORTHY333]

Soooo glad I found your channel! I was reviewing a video from my mom’s physiotherapist to help her. Then I saw this on the feed which reminded me of all the physio treatments I used to received. I didn’t remember them all, so it was great how you: 1. Explained how we get it 2. What it is 3. How to reduce the pain in different moderations 4. Took so much time & care to produce these videos with your wife. Definitely sharing this with others as it’s such a common pain for many. I’m subscribing & will take my time watching your other videos too. God bless you both and your family taking time out to help others. So appreciate there are videos like this on KZbin. 💞💪🏼

[@toneandtighten]

Thank you so much, Helen! I am glad you found this video valuable and I hope it helps!

[@ScreamoXpXp]

I really appreciate your work. I had this pain as a result of prolonged sitting with one leg folded and I've had this pain for quite some time. I did the 2 strengthening exercises and they gave me instant relief. Thanks a lot.

[@toneandtighten]

You are welcome, Saad Ahmad! That is such great news! Thank you for sharing!

[@santhoshd2290]

Hi how long do u have to do these to cure it ? Are u allright now ?

[@vivianeraw8448]

Hey how r u now did you recover

[@Somefavorites2011]

I just wanted to Thank You Both for this information as well as Camile's demonstrations. I have suffered from Piriformis Syndrome for years. It has only been very recently that I have educated myself to find some relief that really helps the pain. It seems the first thing the doctors want to do is surgery, I don't want the surgery due to the risk involved. I have learned that a lot of my problems came from 23 years of being a Professional Truck Driver and Certified Trainer for teaching other women to learn to drive as well. I had to retire from trucking due to the damage it has caused in my back. I did have to have major surgery on my back about 7 years ago, I would not recommend this type of surgery (Laminectomy Surgery). I will say that now they have a lot more Non-Evasive surgery and procedures where you don't wake up with a nine-inch scar down your back. I do have other issues that you discussed in one of your other videos as well, such as spinal stenosis, degenerative disc disease, bulging and herniated disc in the plural. You are one of the first who has actually hit the nail on the head when you said the pain can be debilitating. I have injections in my spine and now getting ready to undergo nerve ablation's again due to the nerves growing back again. My Question for you is this...I have heard of a procedure where they can go in Non-Evasivley and ablate the sciatic nerve under the piriformis muscle, however, I seem to be having a problem finding a doctor locally that can perform this procedure. Do you have any recommendations as to whether it would be an Orthopedic doctor or a Neurologist that would/could do the procedure? Any information would be helpful. Note: I have been doing the exercises that you and your wife showed in this video and surprisingly it has helped a lot more than I had expected. Day by Day, One step at a time it seems to be improving. Since I have been doing this, I haven't had the extreme spasms that cause my foot to kick outward. Thank You For Sharing This Information and taking the time to demonstrate the proper way to tighten and tone to help relieve the debilitating pain of sciatica!!

[@marilynthusberg2815]

Thank you, thank you, thank you for all these info. I suffered lower back pain due to 3 discs that bulged and pinch the nerve and it was excruciatingly painful.😔

[@toneandtighten]

Marilyn - you are very welcome. I am so sorry for all that you had to suffer! I know that pain can be debilitating. I hope that you are doing well now!

[@shakuntalak6751]

Thanks in bundles for the detailed info and demonstrations that are very helpful. God bless you. By the way may I know if Sciatica causes burning sensation in soles ?

[@vivwilliams3960]

Your team work is fantastic with your wife and I have learnt a lot. thank you both

[@toneandtighten]

Thanks for watching!

[@vivianeraw8448]

Hey did get better

[@ludelldavis3450]

Thank you very much. came across this video few hours ago.

[@toneandtighten]

You are welcome, Ludell Davis! I hope this is helping!

[@ludelldavis3450]

@@toneandtighten Blessings.

[@margaretjongebloed6386]

I bought the foam roller a few months ago through your recommendation. I’ve had this pain for many years and the roller definitely helps loosen and stretch out the tight muscles and aches in there!! Thank You 🙏🏼😊

[@toneandtighten]

That's great! I am glad you are seeing some improvements!

[@vivianeraw8448]

How r u now

[@Solitarius]

So grateful I've found these exercises I was looking for. There is a lot out there but this channel had the best. Self massage, stretches and Strengthening ... All in one, simple, informative and with a bit of fun... Thank you so much..!

[@toneandtighten]

Made my day with this comment, Solitarius ABA! Thank you so much for your kind words and I hope the things I share help alleviate your pain/discomfort. Good luck, man!

[@vivianeraw8448]

How r u now

[@bennawa3050]

Thank you so much for this straight forward informative video. I’ll look into trying out these stretches. I was wondering what was going on with my back and butt.

[@toneandtighten]

You are welcome, Ben! I hope these exercises are helpful for you!

[@vanessa03va]

Thank you to you and wife for this video. ❤ So much helpful information and tips to alleviate my pain

[@toneandtighten]

Our pleasure!

[@charlottemorris2102]

Excellent explanation/demonstration of sciatic nerve!

[@toneandtighten]

Thanks so much!

[@stefaniamendez6781]

Thank you so much! I was in a lot of pain that I could not sleep all through the night. I’ve watched a lot of videos on this but this one was has been by far the most specific, informative and most importantly helpful!! Thank you again!

[@dottshall41]

Thanks so much. This is so helpful and valuable information. This is definitely appreciated.

[@toneandtighten]

My pleasure, Dotts Hall! I hope you get some relief from these techniques; thanks for watching and commenting.

[@AyeshaKhan-bp7dn]

hello doctor Jared, it's really great to see such stuff which educates us thoroughly.you are doing great job.May God bless you for this and you stay happy always. Your wife is also doing a great job assisting you and explaining the way exercise shud be done.on top of it you keep explaining every bit of it how it should be done.👍👍👍👍👍 one question I have if you can answer it will be great if not it's fine i still appreciate your effort. I have piriformis syndrome I understand after seeing your video as no one explains such a way about sciatica.i dnt have back pain nor leg sensation.i have numbness in right hip and left leg. I dnt understand if doing these exercise are good for me or not. initially it started with my left leg but now left leg has less issue only feet has numbness and right hip has.

[@toneandtighten]

Thanks for your kind words, Ayesha! Sounds like you may need to start with this video to see if we can determine the exact cause of your symptoms: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gZm3dZigYrF-iK8 and then recommend a treatment plan from there. Good luck!

[@AyeshaKhan-bp7dn]

@@toneandtighten sure,let me check the video.Thanks alot.

[@swissmaid]

Sometimes I feel like the other leg/hip is getting now sore too. But I think it is because one compensates onto the other leg. I find it helps a great deal, if I stop walking, straighten up, then try to walk with both legs normal, no limping.

[@robinardrey5039]

These stretches were much needed! Thank you!

[@toneandtighten]

You're so welcome!

[@lizstromsnesdolz629]

Thank you so much!!!!! Most people want you to pay for classes. You are an angel

[@toneandtighten]

You are very welcome! It is my pleasure to help and I appreciate your support.

[@brandicarballo]

Omg thank you so much for making this video. I just started having sciatica and I knew it wasn't come from my lower back like everything I could find online said. This is definitely my issue and I will be trying these techniques!

[@toneandtighten]

You're so welcome, Brandi! I hope they help and thanks for commenting!

[@vivianeraw8448]

Hey how r u now

[@denniskinnane8337]

Thanks Doc! Great information and great demonstration! Incidentally, acupuncture does great things with any of the issues causing “sciatica” no matter what including herniations! These wonderful exercises along with acupuncture and PT or chiro will get rid of the problem quickly …just dont wait too long before getting treatment or starting these great exercises!

[@toneandtighten]

Thanks for sharing, Dennis!

[@vivianeraw8448]

How r u now

[@vi2623]

Thanks so much!!! I've gone to local physical therapists, and each one gave me different exercises to do that were very helpful. Love what you've shared in your videos. I'm 74, don't drive, and it's difficult to get out for physical therapy when my sciatica flares. Looking forward to trying that roller! 👍❤️🙏

[@toneandtighten]

Thanks so much for the endorsement, Vi! I'm glad that what I'm sharing is consistent with what you have learned from others and I'm glad I can add to that knowledge with some tips of my own. Wishing you a full and quick recovery!

[@amalbandyopadhyay3517]

You are just amazing. 4 years back I was almost crippled with this. The relief I had after doing these exercises is more than excellent. Thank you so much. May God bless you always. 🙏🏼💖

[@toneandtighten]

My pleasure!

[@menchiebalea6152]

Omg! Thank you so much for this video it is very helpful for me 💚 I’m suffering my sciatica nerve and it start a few months ago 😞 I don’t know what to do specially when I’m at work I’m a nail technician where I always sat for a long time. I can’t stand for long because its hurt 😔 and then I found this wonderful video 😀 i did right away and the pain disappeared. From now on i do it before bed. Thank you so much godbless 🙏🏼

[@toneandtighten]

Wonderful news! I am so glad this helped you so quickly and thanks for sharing!

[@goossy7591]

Best you-tuber ever My favor educational channel

[@toneandtighten]

Go Ossy - this is the best comment ever! Thank you so much for watching and leaving a comment - I appreciate it so much!

[@goossy7591]

@@toneandtighten You most welcome

[@deborahsamson9475]

Hey, thank you for this information. It has explained a lot and the exercises are amazing, I do have a request, can you provide some stretches that I can do with having very bad knee mobility due to arthritis and torn cartilage? tia.

[@dianacortez9477]

Hi- I will try the fire hidrant technique and see it works for me. I have a bulging disc. I have been in pain for the past week and half. =( I was doing well and flared the piriformis muscle again...I had actually started working out and on a routine and now I have to wait and start from square one. Thank your for these exercises.

[@marmaladepie2722]

NICE TO HEAR FROM U AGAIN AFTER MORE THAN 1 YEAR. SHORT, STRAIGHT & CONCISE. MORE POWER!! WATCHING IN CANADA

[@toneandtighten]

Thanks so much! I am glad you found this helpful!

[@markkugle5323]

Your programs really help me a lot and help me more knowledge to ease the pain of sciatic nerve pain.I really appreciate your generous time to help like me who's suffering horrible pain.May you live longer so you can help more people like me.Have a gooday!

[@toneandtighten]

I am so happy to hear this channel has been helpful! Thanks for sharing!

[@robari2410]

Thank you much one of the best explanations re periformis vs sciatica now I get it!!

[@toneandtighten]

Reb C - Thank you for your kind words! I really appreciate it and I am glad that you found this video helpful.

[@toneandtighten]

Do you suffer from sciatic nerve pain? If it's because of that tight piriformis muscle these techniques will be a life-saver. Hope you get some relief and thanks so much for watching! (I recently UPDATED this video! If you want to watch it you can click here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gZm3dZigYrF-iK8)

[@andreicanete7975]

im just 24 years old and i suffer sciatica for almost 4 months, even i lay my back in my bed i can still feel the pain

[@AbdulJabbar-cw2hl]

God I am suffering from sciatic pain from many many years. From last 4 years it is constant and too intense. Lower leg is kind of on fire all the time. it feels like inner bruising nothing helped. Physiotherapy, osteopathy acupuncture and cupping nothing worked. Already doing all these stretches but still can’t lie straight or on the affected side. Totally helpless.

[@linelllaingor104]

Tone and Tighten dr gogolly

[@linelllaingor104]

Dr gogolly

[@linelllaingor104]

Dr gogolly

[@Chrissy_T85]

Im so happy i was able to see this video!!!! This the exact symptoms I've been dealing with for over a month! Thank you!!!!

[@toneandtighten]

You are welcome, christina thompson! I am so glad you found this video and I hope it helps you!

[@volkanpayza7662]

did you get better

[@volkanpayza7662]

If your pain is gone, how did you do it?

[@vivianeraw8448]

@@volkanpayza7662 what about you

[@ludenilahiller7786]

This is really very effective exercises, specially when everything is being followed… however in my case, I just pick simply what’s good for my situation due to my heart catheter, extreme vertigo can do some on my bed because if I lie on the floor have a hard time to stand up… when the pain comes I simply do simple way to ease the pain… just like two days now is painful… I thank you so much for sharing this video … will surely share to others if I know one who speaks ENGLISH…

[@toneandtighten]

Thanks for sharing!

[@JCGray52]

Excellent set of videos on sciatica Dr. Beckstrand!! Truly appreciated especially after my recent visit to an orthopedic surgeon that diagnosed me with sciatica at 66. As an avid inclined treadmill walker, I thought I was dealing with tendonitis or IT band syndrome. I use to think only "old" people get sciatica ;-) The orthopedic surgeon prescribed a steroid pack along with oral diclofenac however I'm holding off taking it as I want to try a natural approach first to resolve the cause not the symptom. She also suggested I go to PT which is why I landed on your KZbin channel. After looking into the PT room at this orthopedic clinic, I really did not want to be in a room full of unmasked people during these times of covid even though I am triple Moderna vaxed. Your videos are extremely helpful especially in these times of covid. After watching your diagnostic video on sciatica, I truly believe I have piriformas syndrome of the right leg. I did a few of your stretching and strengthening exercises and I actually feel better in just one day! I'm still an active part-time employee (43 years) of UPS so I am not sedentary. I look forward to continued health thanks to your videos. P.S. Thank your beautiful wife Mrs. Beck-strand for this video also ! You two obviously have great chemistry together and I wish the both of you and your growing family all the best. FWIW, I've been with my beautiful wife (R.N.) now for 45 years and have two wonderful children from our marriage together. Our daughter has her Ph.D. in Genetics (SMA - Spinal Muscular Atrophy) and is now a professor and our son is a young 4th year medical resident specializing in Drug Addiction Psychiatry. He also plans on doing a fellowship in geriatric psychiatry which will be good considering the age of his parents ;-)

[@toneandtighten]

Thanks so much for your kind comment, Jeff Gray!

[@Palpac]

Been having this on and off. Just followed your stretches and exercise. Felt so good after the stretches👍

[@aprilg5165]

How long after starting PT will I see healing? Thank you your video has been a blessing to me!

[@toneandtighten]

Usually about 4-6 weeks of consistent performance you should see some improvement. Hope they continue to help you, April!

[@angelbythewings]

I had instant improvement. I wasn't going to the gym thinking that I might have hurt my spine. Was totally scared. I did these stretches and the next time I got up from bed I had around 90 percent less pain and 4 hours later I am feeling completely normal

[@annmariewilliams4901]

I’m suffering from some type of hip and leg pain and I feel like your stretching exercises will greatly benefit me from the pain. Very informative video and thank you so much 😊 and I will get started with the stretches. Thanks again ☺️

[@toneandtighten]

You are very welcome! I do hope they help!

[@vivianeraw8448]

Hey how r u now did you recover

[@alexrodriquez9943]

your videos are good at relieving sciatic pain. keep up the good work.

[@toneandtighten]

Thanks so much, Alex! Happy to help!

[@JOSEGOMEZ-fn9qn]

This video has been very educational. Thanks for uploading it.

[@toneandtighten]

You are welcome, JOSE GOMEZ! I am glad you found this helpful.

[@antoniolugosanz2167]

Hi, thanks for this video! I have pain in my lower back for a one (1) year already. These exercises help me A LOT to release the pain. For Some reason I never felt pain in my legs. My question would be: can my pain be related with the Piriformis eventhough I DO NOT feel pain in my legs??

[@Dawnkniest]

I second that! hipand butt pain is awful and my physio already told me this piraformis. but I always wondered why this sciatic pain doesn't reach my legs. I'd love to know about why

[@jamesbondred9997]

Same as me, justvthe constant but and hip pain ,when I do the tennis ball the pain spot shoots down my leg

[@BS-qr5es]

These help my pain for sure. You also have a “90210” look ;)

[@toneandtighten]

So glad they helped you out! And thank you for the compliment!

[@jemeliedelray1901]

Omg thank you ! I was wondering what the heck was going on with my right butt cheek 😂😂🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@toneandtighten]

You are welcome! I am so glad you found this video helpful and thanks for commenting!

[@kayrusher1647]

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[@leoreza8536]

Damn, fr, I'm glad I'm not the only one

[@williamnichols429]

Did it start with what felt like a cramp in your calf and then go up to your cheek?

[@katirib]

@@williamnichols429 Mine did. The calf is still a bit stiff but the pain is brutal when trying to raise the leg forward when sitting. Unfortunately Mine came on after i took the vaccine. Never had this in my life.

[@julliettewanatee3732]

Has had it for 2 yrs, been looking for remedies. Thankyou for the tips, will try them out.

[@toneandtighten]

I hope they help!

[@vijayalakshmivelmurugan8137]

Brilliant explanation. I have found the right cause for my pain now. I have started doing some of the stretches that you have taught. I feel better now. May Goddess Madurai Meenakshi bless you and your family always.

[@toneandtighten]

You're very welcome!

[@anniejohn6601]

Hi, can plantar fasciitis on both feet contribute to right piriformis muscle?

[@barbaraogden7224]

Mine actually started under my arch from wearing too high or too firm an arch support. When I removed the shoe with the new arch support in it, pain shot up my leg all the way into my gluteus and to the piriformis. It didn't seem to go all the way to the spine. I relieve it by doing a lot of massage on the gluteus, above the head of the femur, in a gentle but fairly deep circular motion. I have to do this to relieve the pain I wake up with, before I can stand with any degree of comfort. I also do a lot of foot massage in the arch area, and all the way to include the great toe, which no longer bends on it's own. I then do all sorts of stretches each morning, then I'm fairly comfortable most of the day. The injury happened almost 3 years ago and still flares up from time to time, making it difficult to do long walks, squat down in the garden, etc. A doctor said this is essentially plantar fasciitis with piriformis pain. I am mostly comfortable in Birkinstocks, or close fitting leather booties. Otherwise, I must use a certain (different!) arch support for my very pronated ankle.

[@MoonlitWanderer16]

Just wanted to say thank you for sharing. I have DDD, Disc bulge, and Piriformis Syndrome....great for me uh! I've been doing these exercises and stretches and they do work like a charm as when I miss doing them......symptoms come right back. They are great for managing pain....is there something I/We can do to rid of these symptoms?

[@toneandtighten]

Sorry to hear about your back, Pat, but I'm glad you're getting some relief from performing these exercises! As you respond well to these stretches and pain starts to decrease I would supplement these with core stabilization exercises as tolerated. Here are some of my favorites: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gquVZYl_a5t8hZY Hope those help!

[@vivianeraw8448]

Hey how r u now

[@MoonlitWanderer16]

@@toneandtighten Thank you for responding. I will a continue doing these as well.

[@CatchGravity]

Omg thank you for this video!!! I've been suffering with constant tightness in those areas, now I can relieve some of that pain. Thank you!!!❤️🙏🏼🧘🏻‍♂️

[@toneandtighten]

You are so welcome, Catch Gravity! I am glad these helped you and thanks for sharing!

[@frankzetta5372]

Thanks so much for sharing, I was suffering from Piriformis Syndrome mostly on my right side/Right leg, With pain radiating from the buttocks down my leg, aching, and painful disrupting sleep, causing me to whine the whole bit. Men are whimp's I admit it, lol. After doing these exercises I can clearly see how well they work. Its almost very close to the same set of exercises my wife had to do for hip replacement surgery recovery to re-strengthen the muscles after a full hip replacement. I am sure with repeat, consistent and careful massage, stretching and strengthening exercises as shown these will help. I especially appreciated the video because it showed me how to keep these exercises smooth and carefully done as possible which seems important to help the muscles recover. I already feel better but I know this is probably a life style change forever here after. Anyhow, Thanks so much for the great clean videos, well done.

[@toneandtighten]

You are welcome!

[@hattie47]

Thank you so much, I watched way too many videos till I discovered your site and immediately subscribed! They were very detailed and using your wife helped me better understand stretches, massages and exercises for piriformis and sciatica pain that I am dealing with from spinal decompressions.

[@toneandtighten]

You are welcome! Glad you found them helpful!

[@vivianeraw8448]

Did u start out thé exercises!?

[@vivianeraw8448]

Any improvement

[@LovingAtlanta]

👍Very helpful, thank you💞

[@toneandtighten]

LovingAtlanta - You are welcome! I am glad that you found it helpful. Thanks for stopping by!

[@bikkysingh6989]

my pain due to heavy lifting, please can you help me with some exercise as i feel less power in my left leg due to hip pain on the left

[@toneandtighten]

These are probably the exercises you need, Messed Up kid: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nHXOqGCQnpqAeMk Hope that helps!

[@dauru738]

Thank you sir this is so helpful

[@ramonarivero36]

I hope to be relieved by these exercises. Thank you so much

[@toneandtighten]

Best of luck!

[@tiksmontana8568]

I have been suffering from this pain in my left glute. Thnk u. U have given me quite a relief. U r God-sent.

[@toneandtighten]

Oh, you are so welcome! I am glad these exercises have been effective for you!

[@thiebault]

Holy shit, good stuff, good vibes and way too underrated. Stay grounded like you are but do some SEO to reach more people!

[@toneandtighten]

Sean - thank you so much! I appreciate the encouragement and kind words - it means a lot! I am just diving into all the SEO stuff and still have much to learn, but I am excited to see what the future holds. Thanks again for reinforcing that I am heading in the right direction! I appreciate it.

[@hcastro23]

Went from hobbling around like an 80 year old to hobbling around like a really sore 35 year old. Thanks for these!

[@toneandtighten]

Wonderful! You are welcome and I am so glad these exercises helped!

[@cindyp8180]

Do you do massage, stretching, and strengthening all in the same day and everyday? Or do you start a few days massage, then move on to stretching for a couple days, then strengthening?

[@georgesobon3977]

Same question

[@Overcome588]

Your wife is lovely and very cooperative

[@Nock4Six]

I have suffered from severe lower back pain and tightness in my muscles around my hips and pelvis which was then causing sciatica. I watched your sciatica video which led me to this video. I’ve never heard of piriformus but it is 100% what I have and I’m so happy to have found this video - thank you!

[@toneandtighten]

You are welcome! I hope these exercises help you!

[@ipsitatiwari7345]

Thank you so much Doctor. After 6 weeks of agonising pain and multiple doctor visits. This video helped me a lot!!

[@toneandtighten]

Glad it helped!

[@jacquelinecampbell9097]

I would like her to wear a different color of pants. It’s hard 4 me 2 C the stretches when the table & pants R the same color. 💗 the video.

[@toneandtighten]

Thank you for the feedback, jacqueline!

[@jonmanilenio]

saving this video for reference. thank you!

[@theresajohnson2016]

I just watched a couple of different videos about this muscle, and one physical therapist mentioned needing to contract that muscle more than stretching it. What is your opinion? TIA!

[@victoralcantar960]

I have the same question, but if you look at the strengthening exercises in this video, those promote contraction.

[@angelawire9]

Excellent information!! I love that it was to the point and not a lot of talking. Thank you 😊

[@toneandtighten]

You are welcome, Angela! I am glad these were helpful for you!

[@RadhadaniteBabylonian]

I am suffering from sciatic pain for three weeks now and I was able, through another youtube video(Bob and Brad), determine my specific issue stemmed from the piriformis muscle. I saw this video and , WAHLAH, using a foam roller with multiple vibration settings I was able to GREATLy reduce the numbness in my leg at a #2, out of four settings. Hopefully over the next few days I can get back to normal. I also did the fire hydrant which is a great glute exercise. Thanks for such a great educational and functional video!!!!

[@toneandtighten]

You are welcome! I hope you continue to feel better!

[@roseannscoales6854]

great found a video which does have sub titles

[@zvhaorik100]

Thanks. This muscle has been a real pain in the ass

[@toneandtighten]

You are welcome, Zezzreth! I hope this helps you and thanks for commenting!

[@zvhaorik100]

@@toneandtighten It's customary to say thanks and all that. I mean it though. That last exercise- "Clam shells" it really works. This pain has been getting in the way of gym exercise lately, it's been giving me hell. I thought it was a tight hamstring muscle, and no matter how much static stretching I did I was still in pain. You and your wife are helping people.

[@Gagazoot]

I totally agree Zaezzreth!

[@keathedruid2488]

What can I do if just laying down makes me cry in pain? I'm trying to do the less intense exercise but it's just excruciating, please I'm desperate

[@shamskamar2700]

😥

[@lordxauce007]

If your desperate please watch my video i have cured piriformis in 3 people so far

[@lovesweetlovellc1178]

Yes, also once I sit too long. I cant turn in the middle of the night. You get up in the am.

[@joquitamann8370]

Yes this is very painful to the point I can't even drive my car cause I be in so much pain..im going crazy I jus need this pain out my ass cheek

[@lakshmikumar6339]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge. I am hoping to get the relief in a few days. i felt good after just one practice. God bless your family.

[@toneandtighten]

Best of luck!

[@dogancaglar2912]

I dont know really how to thank you,i woke up with this pain,and quite pessimistic about the situation,now im recovered thanks to your video.appreciated!

[@toneandtighten]

You're welcome 😊 I am happy to hear these exercises helped you!