Piriformis Syndrome - The Sciatic Nerve

The Sciatic Nerve

The affected nerve in piriformis syndrome is the sciatic nerve. Collectively the tibial and common fibular nerve makes up the general term sciatic nerve . Since the sciatic nerve is so close to the piriformis it is acknowledged that the muscle plays a role in irritating the nerve.

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