Effectiveness of Muscle Energy Technique and Trigger Point Release in Plantar Fasciitis: a Comparative Study
试验速览
- 阶段
- 不适用
- 状态
- 已完成
- 入组人数
- 30
- 试验地点
- 1
- 主要终点
- Foot Pain
研究概览
简要总结
This study aimed to investigate the comparative efficacy of Muscle Energy Technique (MET) and Trigger Point Release in the treatment of Plantar Fasciitis. A single-blinded, randomized clinical trial was conducted, wherein thirty participants were randomly assigned to two parallel groups. One group received MET, while the other received Trigger Point Release, with both groups performed self-stretching exercises as part of their home program. Outcome measures included pain intensity and foot function. Treatments were administered three times a week for a duration of four weeks.
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
- Single (Outcomes Assessor)
入排标准
- 年龄范围
- 25 Years 至 45 Years（Adult）
- 性别
- All
- 接受健康志愿者
- 否
入选标准
- •Unilateral plantar heel pain that worsens with weight-bearing activities
- •Age range: 25-45 years
- •Pain exacerbation with initial morning ambulation (i.e., walking a few steps)
- •Presence of at least one identifiable trigger point in the calf muscles
排除标准
- •Bilateral heel pain
- •History of tumors in the leg or foot
- •Previous lower limb fractures
- •Recent or unresolved lower limb injuries
- •Achilles Tendinitis
- •Ankle arthritis
- •Vascular Disease
研究组 & 干预措施
Muscle Energy Technique (MET) Group
The MET protocol consisted of post-isometric relaxation applied to the gastrocnemius and soleus muscles, with 5 repetitions per set, 3 times a week, for 4 weeks
干预措施: Muscle Energy Technique (Procedure)
Muscle Energy Technique (MET) Group
The MET protocol consisted of post-isometric relaxation applied to the gastrocnemius and soleus muscles, with 5 repetitions per set, 3 times a week, for 4 weeks
干预措施: Self-Stretching of Calf and Plantar Fascia (Procedure)
Trigger Point Release Group
The gastrocnemius muscle was subjected to trigger point release therapy, 3 sessions per week, over a period of 4 weeks
干预措施: Trigger Point Release (Procedure)
Trigger Point Release Group
The gastrocnemius muscle was subjected to trigger point release therapy, 3 sessions per week, over a period of 4 weeks
干预措施: Self-Stretching of Calf and Plantar Fascia (Procedure)
结局指标
主要结局
Foot Pain
时间窗: Four Weeks
Numeric Pain Rating Scale served as the primary outcome measure, with decreasing values indicating improved patient condition and reduced pain intensity
次要结局
- Foot Function(Four Weeks)
研究者
Dr Izza Ayub; PT
Principal Investigator
University of Faisalabad