The piriformis syndrome is a common problem in people and is now being recognized as a source of dysfunction and pain in pets. There has been a focus mainly for dogs, but affected cats are now being ...

A reader of this column recently wrote to me with the following question: “I’m getting physical therapy for lower back pain and sciatica that is said to be from ‘piriformis syndrome.' My treatment has ...

Medically reviewed by Theresa Marko, PT, DPT, MS Key Takeaways Exercise can help improve flexibility and strengthen muscles ...

Andie MacDowell revealed she was diagnosed with piriformis syndrome and suffered with shooting pain until discovering a "miracle" physical therapy treatment. The Four Weddings and a Funeral actress ...

Andie MacDowell is opening up about being diagnosed with piriformis syndrome. The Four Weddings and a Funeral actress, 66, shared on the Thursday, January 23, episode of The Drew Barrymore Show how ...

Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X “I just wish her the best. We manage these things as we get older,” Wagner said. “She’s a fighter, ...

As we age, maintaining an active lifestyle becomes crucial for long-term health and wellness, but some forms of exercise begin to lose their appeal. Biking outdoors, for example, can be a fun and ...

Let’s start thinking differently about exercise. Here’s how we know. Animal exercise studies typically run rats for weeks on running wheels. The animals gleefully run every night, sprinting several ...

I exercised using five virtual-reality workouts on my Meta Quest 3 headset. The best workout apps used interesting visuals and competitive elements. I think virtual-reality workouts are best for ...

It doesn't matter how fit you are; the debate about short versus long workouts will always be tricky to resolve. Is it better to jump into a short and sharp session, ramping up the HIIT and getting an ...