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Piriformis Syndrome clinical trials and research
As of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 8 Piriformis Syndrome clinical trials that are recruiting, at sites in 4 countries (most in Pakistan (5), Turkey (Türkiye) (1), United States (1)). The most active sponsors are Foundation University Islamabad (3), Riphah International University (2). Every study is explained in plain English. Data from ClinicalTrials.gov and NIH RePORTER, updated November 12, 2026.
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Newest Piriformis Syndrome clinical trials
All recruiting trials (8)
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Interfascial hydrodissection added to ultrasound-guided piriformis injection for piriformis syndrome
In adults with piriformis syndrome, this study tests whether adding interfascial hydrodissection to a targeted piriformis injection helps reduce pain and improve function.
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Post-Isometric Relaxation vs Reciprocal Inhibition for Piriformis Syndrome
A controlled trial tests two manual therapy techniques to see which helps people with piriformis syndrome more when used with standard physiotherapy.
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Post-isometric relaxation versus active isolated stretching for piriformis syndrome
We are testing whether post-isometric relaxation or active isolated stretching better reduces pain and improves movement in adults aged 20–55 with piriformis syndrome.
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Comparing instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization versus PNF stretching for athletes with piriformis syndrome.
This will test whether instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization or PNF stretching better reduces pain and improves hip motion in athletes aged 18–35 with piriformis syndrome.
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Facilitated positional release versus manual myofascial release for women with piriformis syndrome
This trial will test whether facilitated positional release or manual myofascial release better reduces pain and improves hip movement in women aged 25–50 with piriformis syndrome.
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Comparing two techniques for treating Piriformis Syndrome in women
This study is testing whether a new technique called Facilitated Positional Release can help women with Piriformis Syndrome feel better compared to a different method called Manual Myofascial Release.
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Understanding chronic pelvic pain in both females and males
This study looks at how common chronic pelvic pain is in both men and women and tests different treatments to see what helps manage the pain better.
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Non-invasive treatment for piriformis muscle pain
This study is testing a new non-invasive treatment for people with piriformis muscle pain to see if it helps reduce their pain compared to a sham treatment.
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How many Piriformis Syndrome clinical trials are recruiting right now?
8, as of November 12, 2026. We update this list each time we refresh our data from ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where are these trials running?
In 4 countries. The most sites are in Pakistan (5 trials), Turkey (Türkiye) (1 trial), United States (1 trial), Canada (1 trial). Each study page lists its sites and which ones are recruiting.
How do I join one?
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