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A minimally invasive surgical approach for the treatment of
Background Piriformis syndrome accounts for approximately 6% of patients who present with sciatic pain. There are many treatment options ranging from physical therapy, to trigger point injections, to surgical intervention. We discuss a surgical method that represents a minimally invasive technique for the treatment of piriformis syndrome. Methods We describe a novel operative approach and technique for release of the piriformis muscle in the treatment of piriformis syndrome. Described are the preoperative planning, incision and approach, and technique for identifying and releasing the piriformis muscle. Results Three patients were treated for piriformis syndrome using the described technique. Each patient displayed successful relief of their symptoms immediately following the surgical procedure and at delayed follow-up. Conclusion Early experience with our method of piriformis release suggests that it is well suited for the treatment of piriformis syndrome. The novel integration of pre-operative trigger point localization coupled with intraoperative neuromonitoring allows effective pain relief with minimal morbidity.
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A minimally invasive surgical approach for the treatment of piriformis syndrome: a case series, Chinese Neurosurgical Journal
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Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery - UChicago Medicine
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Minimally Invasive Surgical Solutions
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Just 10 percent of back pain requires surgery – and minimally invasive procedures work for many, Back and Spine, Orthopaedics and Rehab
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Minimally invasive surgery. Download Scientific Diagram
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Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Spine & Orthopedic Center Specialists
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Aortic Valve Replacement: Minimally Invasive