Effects of Schroth Method and Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation Technique in Patients With Idiopathic Scoliosis

Not Applicable

• Conditions: Idiopathic Scoliosis
• Interventions: Other: PNF technique; Other: Schroth exercises

• Registration Number: NCT05404620
• Lead Sponsor: Riphah International University

Brief Summary

The aim of this study is to compare the effects of schroth method and proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation techniques on pain, mobility, and quality of life in patients with idiopathic scoliosis.

Detailed Description

Scoliosis is a three-dimensional deformity that causes the spine to curve sideways. The most common type of scoliosis is "idiopathic," which means the exact cause is unknown. It accounts for approximately 85% of cases. The prevalence rate of 2-5% with a Cobb angle greater than 10 degrees. All previous studies in which schroth method with other different techniques has been performed have shown greater improvement in the management of scoliosis. However, there is no clinical significance work on the Comparative effect of the schroth method and PNF. Previous literature showed no significant improvement in mobility and quality of life. This study aims to find evidence of clinical significance work on effects of Schroth method and proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation technique on pain, mobility, and quality of life in patients with idiopathic scoliosis in both gender

Study Timeline

• Status Verified: 2022-05
• Study First Submitted: 2022-05-31
• Study First Submitted QC: 2022-05-31
• Last Update Submitted: 2022-05-31
• Study Start: 2022-06
• Study First Posted: 2022-06-03
• Last Update Posted: 2022-06-03
• Primary Completion: 2023-01-01
• Study Completion: 2023-01-01

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: UNKNOWN
• Sex: All
• Target Recruitment: 18

Inclusion Criteria

• Participants with Lenke curve type 1 scoliosis and other types of scoliotic curve magnitude will be included.
• Cobb angle 10-30

Exclusion Criteria

• Participants with any surgical and traumatic history of spine
• Participants prescribed with brace treatment
• Subjects with Non-idiopathic scoliosis
• Subjects with any systematic disease e.g. (cardiovascular, vestibular, rheumatological, neuromuscular and pulmonary disease)

Study & Design

• Study Type: INTERVENTIONAL
• Study Design: PARALLEL

Arm && Interventions

Group	Intervention	Description
PNF technique	PNF technique	This technique involves the specific program and pattern of PNF that are deep breathing, pelvic posterior tilting, DI flexion \& Extension of UL and D2 flexion, and extension of LL. + Hot pack + static stretching of the involved muscles.
Schroth exercises	Schroth exercises	Mobilization in the spine between ribs will be performed to increase the mobility of joints. To strengthen the muscles such as erector spinae, iliopsoas, and the quadratus lumborum, muscle activation will be done. Then the four exercises of the Schroth method which are the "50 x Swiss ball" exercise, Prone exercise, Sail exercise, and the Muscle-cylinder exercise will be performed. This will be followed by hot pack and static stretching of muscles.

Primary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
Goniometer for range of motion	3rd week	It will be used to measure flexion, extension, and lateral flexion of the spine.
SRS-22 questionnaire for quality of life	3rd week	It includes five domains: self-image, function, pain, mental health (five questions each), and satisfaction with treatment (two questions) to assess the quality of life with scoliosis.
NPRS for pain	3rd week	The Numerical Pain Rating Scale (NPRS) is a subjective measure in which individuals rate their pain on an eleven-point numerical scale. The scale is composed of 0 (no pain at all) to 10 (worst imaginable pain).

Trial Locations

Locations (1)

GOVT EYE-CUM general hospital (THQ), Gojra; 🇵🇰 Gojra, Punjab, Pakistan