piriformis syndrome

noun

A neuromuscular disorder that occurs when the sciatic nerve is compressed or otherwise irritated by the piriformis muscle, causing pain or numbness in the buttocks and legs.

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Meanings

nounpiriformis syndrome (uncountable)
  1. uncountableA neuromuscular disorder that occurs when the sciatic nerve is compressed or otherwise irritated by the piriformis muscle, causing pain or numbness in the buttocks and legs.
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