Autogenic Inhibition Versus Reciprocal Inhibition Muscle Energy Techniques in Iliotibial Band Syndrome

Not Applicable

Recruiting

• Conditions: Iliotibial Band Syndrome

• Registration Number: NCT06867159
• Lead Sponsor: Foundation University Islamabad

Brief Summary

Comparison of effects of autogenic inhibition and reciprocal inhibition muscle energy techniques on iliotibial band syndrome

Detailed Description

A single-blinded randomized control trial will be conducted over a period of one year in Foundation University Islamabad. Forty participants will be assigned to two groups: Group A (AI) and Group B (RI), with 20 participants each. The AI technique will involve a maximal isometric contraction of the target muscle followed by a stretch, while the RI technique will involve a maximal isometric contraction of the antagonist muscle followed by a similar stretching protocol. Both groups will perform the exercises 3 times per week for 2 weeks. Pain, Hip range of motion (ROM) and lower extremity function will be assessed using Numeric Pain Rating Scale (NPRS), goniometer and Lower Extremity Functional Scale (LEFS) respectively.

The outcomes will be measured in terms of improvements in pain score (NPRS), hip range of motion (ROM), and overall lower extremity function.

Study Timeline

• Study Start: 2024-07-15
• Status Verified: 2025-03
• Study First Submitted: 2025-03-04
• Study First Submitted QC: 2025-03-04
• Last Update Submitted: 2025-03-04
• Study First Posted: 2025-03-10
• Last Update Posted: 2025-03-10
• Primary Completion: 2025-06-15
• Study Completion: 2025-07-15

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: RECRUITING
• Sex: All
• Target Recruitment: 40

Inclusion Criteria

Not provided

Exclusion Criteria

Not provided

Study & Design

• Study Type: INTERVENTIONAL
• Study Design: PARALLEL

Primary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
Pain severity	2 weeks	Pain will be assessed using Numeric Pain Rating Scale (NPRS),
Range of motion	2 weeks	Hip range of motion (ROM) will be assessed using goniometer
Functional status of lower limb	2 weeks	Lower extremity function will be assessed using Lower Extremity Functional Scale (LEFS)

Trial Locations

Locations (1)

Foundation University College of Physcial Therapy; 🇵🇰 Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan