Comparative Effects Of Post Isometric Relaxation Versus Active Isolated Stretch In Patients With Piriformis Syndrome
试验速览
- 阶段
- 不适用
- 状态
- 招募中
- 入组人数
- 40
- 试验地点
- 1
- 主要终点
- Pain Intensity
研究概览
简要总结
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the comparative effects of post-isometric relaxation (PIR) and active isolated stretch (AIS) techniques on reducing pain, improving range of motion, and decreasing functional disability in individuals with piriformis syndrome. A total of 40 participants will be recruited, aged 20-55 yrs, with confirmed piriformis syndrome. Participants will be randomized into two equal groups. Group A (post isometric relaxation) and Group B (active isolated stretch). Both groups will receive Conventional Therapy (Thermotherapy, Electrotherapy).
Study variables include:
- Independent Variable: Post Isometric Relaxation and Active Isolated Stretching.
- Dependent Variables: Pain (measured by Visual Analog Scale), Functional Disability (assessed via Oswestry Disability Index), Range of Motion (assessed via Goniometer).
- Control Variables: Age, Gender, BMI, Baseline Pain/ Disability Scores/ROM
The intervention will last 2 weeks with 6 sessions (3 sessions per week). Assessments will be conducted at baseline (Week 1, Pre-treatment) and Post every second session. Data will be analyzed to compare immediate and short-term effects of the two interventions.
This study aims to provide evidence for targeted manual therapy approaches in priformis syndrome, potentially guiding clinicians toward the most effective technique for pain reduction, improve ROM and decrease functional disability.
详细描述
This Randomized Controlled Trial aims to effects of post-isometric relaxation (PIR) and active isolated stretch (AIS) techniques on reducing pain, improving range of motion, and decreasing functional disability in individuals with piriformis syndrome.
A Total of 40 participants will be recruited and randomized equally into two groups.
- Group A: Post Isometric Relaxation
- Group B: Active Isolated Stretching
Both groups will additionally receive conventional management (TENs, Heating).
INTERVENTION SCHEDULE:
研究设计
- 研究类型
- Interventional
- 分配方式
- Randomized
- 干预模型
- Parallel
- 主要目的
- Treatment
- 盲法
- None
入排标准
- 年龄范围
- 20 Years 至 55 Years（Adult）
- 性别
- All
- 接受健康志愿者
- 否
入选标准
- •Age between 20-55 years
- •Both genders
- •Buttock pain that may radiates to posterior thigh but not beyond the knee
- •Pain aggravated by sitting, climbing stairs or hip rotation.
- •Tenderness upon palpation over the sciatic foramen.
- •Positive FAIR test.
排除标准
- •Malignancies
- •History of steroid therapy over 3 months
- •Rheumatoid arthritis or osteoarthritis
- •Avascular necrosis of the femoral head
- •Osteoporosis
- •Fracture of the femur
- •Hip deformity
研究组 & 干预措施
Group B - Active Isolated Stretch
Participants allocated to this arm will receive Active Isolated Stretching. Each participant will undergo 6 sessions over 2 weeks (3 Sessions/week), and receive Conventional Physiotherapy
干预措施: Active Isolated Stretching (Procedure)
Group A - Post Isometric Relaxation
Participants allocated to this arm will receive Post Isometric Relaxation. Each participant will undergo 6 sessions over 2 weeks (3 Sessions/week), and receive Conventional Physiotherapy
干预措施: Post Isometric Relaxation (Procedure)
结局指标
主要结局
Pain Intensity
时间窗: Before Treatment and after 2 weeks.
The Visual Analog Scale (VAS) will be used to measure the intensity of pain before and after the intervention. Participants will mark their level of pain on a 100 mm horizontal line, where: 0 mm indicates "no pain", and 100 mm indicates "the worst imaginable pain".
Range of Motion
时间窗: Before treatment and after 2 weeks
A universal goniometer will be used to assess hip mobility in: Internal Rotation. ROM will be recorded in degrees.
Functional Disability
时间窗: Before treatment and after 2 weeks
Oswestry Disability Index (ODI) It is used to measure functional disability. The Oswestry Disability Index (ODI) is one of the condition-specific questionnaires recommended for use with back pain patients. Interpretation: 0-20%: Minimal disability. 21-40%: Moderate disability. 41-60%: Severe disability (needs investigation). 61-80%: Crippled (needs active treatment). 81-100%: Bed-bound or exaggerating.
次要结局
未报告次要终点