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BACKGROUND: Piriformis Syndrome (PS) is a neuromuscular condition that often leads to pain and functional limitations, particularly in individuals with sedentary occupations like IT professionals. The high prevalence of PS in this group (68%) and its impact on daily activities highlights the need for effective therapeutic interventions. This study aims to evaluate the effects of Dry Needling (DN) combined with Myofascial Release (MR) on pain, hip tightness, and activities of daily living (ADLs) among IT professionals with PS. AIM: The aim of this study is to find the EFFECT OF DRY NEEDLING WITH MYOFASCIAL RELEASE ON PAIN, TIGHTNESS & ADLS AMONGST IT PROFESSIONALS WITH PIRIFORMIS SYNDROME. METHODOLOGY: A randomized clinical trial was conducted with 30 IT professionals (aged 22-45) diagnosed with PS, using purposive sampling. Participants were divided into two groups, and treated for two weeks with DN and MR techniques. Pain was measured using the Visual Rating Scale (VRS), hip tightness was assessed with the FABER test, and functional disability was evaluated using the Oswestry Disability Index (ODI). Pre- and post-treatment scores were compared to assess the effectiveness of the intervention. RESULTS: Significant improvements were observed in all outcome measures. Pain levels, as assessed by the VRS, decreased from a mean of 2.0 to 0.2. Hip tightness, measured by the FABER test, showed reduced discomfort and improved mobility. The Oswestry Disability Index revealed a decrease in disability from 0.6 to 0.1, indicating substantial improvements in daily functioning. CONCLUSION: The combination of Dry Needling and Myofascial Release is effective in reducing pain, improving hip mobility, and restoring functional abilities in IT professionals with piriformis syndrome. This study suggests that these non-invasive techniques offer a promising treatment for managing PS in sedentary professionals. Further research with larger sample sizes and longer follow-up is recommended to validate these findings and assess the long-term effects of the intervention.