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Postural changes or degenerative conditions can also cause straightening of the spine. Back injury may reduce the curvature of the spine. Spinal fusion surgery may also result in the flattening of the spine. Straight spine condition can be seen in people of any age. Symptoms of straight spine: Patient may feel that he/she is falling forward Chronic muscle pain in the back Stooping at the end of the day Finding it difficult to stand straight Fatigue Straight spine can be detected by taking spinal X-rays, CT scans and MRIs.
Most commonly, patients describe acute tenderness in the buttock and sciatica-like pain down the back of the thigh, calf and foot. Typical piriformis syndrome symptoms may include: 1  A dull ache in the buttock. 2  Pain down the back of the thigh, calf and foot (sciatica). 3  Pain when walking up stairs or inclines.