Hello, New here to this format. I've had piriformis for over a year now. Have to agree, pain is excruciating!!! Down my right leg to my ankle bone. Sometimes I have NO pain, other times, I can't put any weight on my leg at all. I went for PT, seemed to help for awhile, then it's back to square one. From reading the posts here, sounds like there's not much more to be done other than PT, stretching & taking prednisone (which I did, as prescribed but no help at all). I'm thinking of making an appointment with a neurologist - not sure if I'll get any relief but, at this point, I'll try anything. I'm 74 & in pretty good health, except for this, stops me in my tracks sometimes, can hardly breathe with the pain. It's changing my quality of life, doesn't make me a happy camper!! Which, by the way, hubby & I do & it affects those plans too!! Looking forward to any & all feedback from this group. Have a great day all!