Table 1.

Key steps of arthroscopic release of the sciatic nerve

1. Enter the deep gluteal space

2. Identify and explore the sciatic nerve

3. Debridement of the deep gluteal space

4. Initial evaluation of the sciatic nerve

5. Identify and manage peripheral vessels of sciatic nerve

6. Identify the piriformis muscle, explore, and release the sciatic nerve here

7. Identify the short external rotation muscle group, explore, and release the sciatic nerve here

8. Identify the quadratus femoris, explore, and release the sciatic nerve

9. Explore the tension of the sciatic nerve, look for hidden compression and release them

10. Flexion, extension, internal and external rotation to determine the sciatic nerve without mechanical and dynamic compression