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How To Piriformis Stretch

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Updated May 21, 2009

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Stretching the piriformis muscle is an easy way to prevent or decrease the pain associated with piriformis syndrome. Perform this easy stretch every morning.
Difficulty: Easy
Time Required: 10 Minutes
Here's How:
  1. Sit with both legs straight out in front of you.
  2. Grab onto the ankle of one leg.
  3. Pull it straight toward your chest bending at your hip and knee.
  4. Hold this position for 10 seconds.
  5. Return to starting position.
  6. Repeat steps 1-5 five more times.
  7. Perform with opposite leg.
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