
28/06/2025
Sciatica isn’t always coming from the spine. Sometimes, it starts in the glutes.
The piriformis muscle sits deep in the buttock, right near the sciatic nerve. When it tightens or becomes inflamed, it can compress the nerve and send pain down the leg.
This is more common than people think—especially in those who sit a lot or have uneven hips.
Have you ever felt that deep ache in your hip that travels down your thigh?