None listed
Conditions
Interventions
Intervention1: Post isometric relaxation variant of Muscle energy technique: Post isometric relaxation variant of muscle energy technique will be administered twice a week for two weeks
Control Interv
Sponsors
Abhijeet Rai
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: 1 Age group: 14-23 years 2 Male & Female 3 Regular runners (running at least 3 times per week) 4 Engage in sport-specific training for at least the last 6 months 5 Participated in at least the zonal or district-level competition 6 Reduced calf muscle flexibility (ankle dorsiflexion less than 18 degrees)
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: 1 Current lower limb/ back injury 2 Any neurological/musculoskeletal disorders. 3 Recent MET or similar therapy (past 4 weeks).
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Calf Flexibility: Ankle Dorsiflexion Goniometry, knee to wall test Perceived Tightness: VAS( visual Analogue Scale)Timepoint: baseline- pre intervention post intervention- immediate after intervention follow up- after 2 weeks from baseline | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Dynamic balance: Y-balance test Vertical jump test Speed: 30m dash sprint testTimepoint: baseline- pre intervention post intervention- immediate after intervention follow up- after 2 weeks from baseline | — |
Countries
India
Contacts
Public ContactZaheen Iqbal
Manav Rachna International Institute of Research and Studies
Outcome results
None listed