Effect of Plantar Fascia Release by Self-Myofascial Release versus Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization on Hamstring Tightness, Lumbar Flexibility, and Cervical Flexibility in High Heel Wearers
试验速览
- 阶段
- 不适用
- 状态
- 尚未招募
- 发起方
- 入组人数
- 60
- 试验地点
- 1
- 主要终点
- 1.Hamstring Tightness
研究概览
简要总结
The study titled "Effect of Plantar Fascia Release by Self-Myofascial Release versus Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization on Hamstring Tightness, Lumbar Flexibility, and Cervical Flexibility in High Heel Wearers" focuses on participants aged 18–27 years who regularly wear high heels. This experimental study will recruit 60 participants, divided into two groups: Group A (Self-Myofascial Release and Static Stretching) and Group B (Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization and Static Stretching).The interventions will be administered three times a week over six weeks, targeting parameters such as cervical flexibility (assessed using the craniovertebral angle), lumbar flexibility (evaluated with the modified schober test and toe touch), and hamstring tightness (measured via the popliteal angle). Outcomes will be assessed pre- and post-intervention using standardized tools like Kinovea software for angle measurements and validated questionnaires to evaluate participants.This study aims to explore the biomechanical impact of high heels on the musculoskeletal system and to compare the efficacy of two therapeutic techniques in addressing musculoskeletal issues commonly associated with high heel use.
研究设计
- 研究类型
- Interventional
- 分配方式
- Coin toss, Lottery, toss of dice, shuffling cards etc
- 盲法
- Participant Blinded
入排标准
- 年龄范围
- 18.00 Year(s) 至 27.00 Year(s)（—）
- 性别
- Female
入选标准
- •Regular high heel wearers, defined as those who wear high heels for at least 5 hours per day, 3 times per week, for a minimum duration of 6 months, will be included.
- •The heels must have a minimum height of 5 cm.
- •Participants should be able to wear heels without experiencing heel or foot pain.
- •Additionally, a BMI range of 18.5 to 24.9 will be considered to minimize the risk of musculoskeletal issues.
- •Only participants with bilateral plantar fascia tightness will be included.
排除标准
- •1.History of lower limb injuries or surgeries.
- •2.Diagnosed neuromuscular or skeletal conditions (e.g., scoliosis, disc herniation) 3.Known allergies or sensitivity to IASTM tools.
- •4.Positive Windlass Test (indicative of plantar fasciitis) 5.Morning heel pain upon standing.
- •6.Heel pain after prolonged sitting, resolving after 30-45 minutes of activity.
- •7.Significant foot arch deformities (flat feet or high arches) 8.History of foot trauma (e.g., calcaneal fractures, soft tissue injuries) 9.Psychological disorders.
结局指标
主要结局
1.Hamstring Tightness
时间窗: Outcome Variable will be assessed baseline and after 6 weeks for both intervention groups.
2.Lumbar Flexibility
时间窗: Outcome Variable will be assessed baseline and after 6 weeks for both intervention groups.
3.Cervical Flexibility
时间窗: Outcome Variable will be assessed baseline and after 6 weeks for both intervention groups.
次要结局
- N/A(N/A)
研究者
Savita Behal
Guru Nanak Dev University