27/04/2026
Not all “sciatica” is actually sciatica 👀
Here’s the difference 👇
👉 True sciatica
Comes from the lower back (usually a disc issue) where the sciatic nerve is irritated at the spine.
Pain often travels from the back ➡️ glute ➡️ all the way down the leg, sometimes into the foot.
You might also notice numbness, tingling, or weakness.
👉 Piriformis syndrome
Comes from a small muscle deep in your glute pressing on the nerve.
Pain is usually more local to the buttock, but can still refer down the leg.
Often worse with sitting, crossing legs, or after workouts.
💡 Key difference:
Sciatica = nerve irritation from the spine
Piriformis syndrome = nerve irritation in the glute
They can feel VERY similar, but the cause (and treatment) is different.
If you keep stretching your hamstrings and it’s not helping… you might be targeting the wrong problem.
Save this & send it to someone who says they have “sciatica” 🔥
