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ArticleArthroscopy techniques2017

Arthroscopic Piriformis Release-A Technique for Sciatic Nerve Decompression.

Todd P Pierce, Casey M Pierce, Kimona Issa, Vincent K McInerney, Anthony Festa, Anthony J Scillia

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Article in Arthroscopy techniques, 2017. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 3 papers.

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Todd P PierceDepartment of Orthopaedics, School of Health and Medical Sciences, Seton Hall University, South Orange, New Jersey, U.S.A.
Casey M PierceDepartment of Orthopaedics, School of Health and Medical Sciences, Seton Hall University, South Orange, New Jersey, U.S.A.
Kimona IssaDepartment of Orthopaedics, School of Health and Medical Sciences, Seton Hall University, South Orange, New Jersey, U.S.A.
Vincent K McInerneyDepartment of Orthopaedics, School of Health and Medical Sciences, Seton Hall University, South Orange, New Jersey, U.S.A.
Anthony FestaDepartment of Orthopaedics, School of Health and Medical Sciences, Seton Hall University, South Orange, New Jersey, U.S.A.
Anthony J ScilliaDepartment of Orthopaedics, School of Health and Medical Sciences, Seton Hall University, South Orange, New Jersey, U.S.A.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Various techniques for piriformis muscle release have been published previously. However, it is imperative we continue to improve on existing techniques as well as develop new ones that may further optimize outcomes. Therefore, we aimed to describe an endoscopic technique for the release of the piriformis muscle in those with symptoms of sciatic nerve compression. Using the posterolateral portal, we are able to perform a complete release of the piriformis from the greater trochanter and the piriformis fossa with care to protect the external rotators and the sciatic nerve. It is our belief that this technique can be easily replicated by practitioners who read this technical note.

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PMCPMC5382232

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