Piriformis Muscle: Low Back, Hip, Buttock, Pelvic, Thigh Pain
The piriformis muscle contributes to pain in the low back, buttocks, hip, and hip joint, pelvic area, and pain down the back of the thigh.
Hip Muscles
Gluteus Maximus Muscle: Low Back, Hip, Tailbone, Buttock Pain
The gluteus maximus is the large muscle of the buttock. It contributes to low back, hip joint, and tailbone area. The muscles can also cause a burning and tingling sensation.
Gluteus Medius Muscle: Outside of Hip, Buttock, Low Back Pain
The gluteus medius is located in the hip and buttocks. It can contribute to pain in the low back, hip, buttock, and down the outside of the upper leg.
Gluteus Minimus Muscle: Buttocks, Hip, Thigh, Knee, Calf, Ankle Pain
The gluteus minimus muscle can contribute to pain in the buttocks, hip, thigh, calf and ankle. Glute minimus dysfunction makes it difficult to cross legs.