Lower Cross Syndrome
Conditions
Brief summary
This study examines the effects of autogenic inhibition (PFS) versus reciprocal inhibition in individuals with lower cross syndrome
Detailed description
Participants were randomly assigned into two groups Group A received Autogenic Inhibition (PFS) technique focusing on lengthening of chronically shortened muscles Group B received Reciprocal Inhibition technique focusing on lengthening of chronically shortened muscles Pain, Functional Disability , Muscular strength, Lumbar and Hip Rom were measured using VAS, ODI, Sphygmomanometer, Inclinometer and Goniometer
Interventions
PROCEDUREAutogenic Inhibition (PFS) Group A
Patient will receive a four-week physiotherapy program with 3 sessions per week. Each session with heat application followed by supervised stretching and strengthening exercises. Participants in group A will receive Autogenic Inhibition (PFS) 10 minutes TENS \& Heating Pad Autogenic Inhibition for 5 sec 5 reps, 5 sec hold,1 set Frequency: 12 sessions for 4 weeks (3 sessions per week and day of rest between sessions) Total Treatment Time 30 minutes each session Strengthening Exercises for Hip and Core Muscles
PROCEDUREReciprocal Inhibition Group B
Patient will receive a four-week physiotherapy program with 3 sessions per week. Each session with heat application followed by supervised stretching and strengthening exercises. Participants in group B will receive Reciprocal Inhibition 10 minutes TENS \& Heating Pad Inhibition for 5 sec 5 reps,5 sec hold,1 set Frequency: 12 sessions for 4 weeks (3 sessions per week and day of rest between sessions) Total Treatment Time 30 minutes each session Strengthening Exercises for Hip and Core Muscles
Sponsors
Foundation University Islamabad
Study design
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
PARALLEL
Primary purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
NONE
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
25 Years to 50 Years
Healthy volunteers
No
Inclusion criteria
* Both Males and Females will be included in our study Age 25-50 years Four positive screening tests (Thomas Test, Abdominal Strength Test, Glutues Maximus Test, Ely's Test) chronic Pain in lower Back Region (\>3 on VAS) lasting for more than 2 months
Exclusion criteria
* Osteoporosis Congenital Hip Dysplasia History of Fracture History of Inflammatory Arthritis Pregnancy
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Lumbar Range of Motion | Baseline, 2nd week and 4th week | Lumbar spine range of motion will be assessed using inclinometer |
| Hip Range of Motion | Baseline, 2nd week and 4th week | Hip range of motion will be assessed using Goniometer |
| Functional Disability | Baseline, 2nd week and 4th week | Functional Disability will be measured with Oswestry disability Index, a ten item questionnaire with 6 response options per item. |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Pain Intensity | Baseline, 2nd week and 4th week | Pain intensity will be measured with VAS ranging from 0 (no pain) to 10 (worst pain) |
| Muscles Strength (Gluteus & Core Muscles) | Baseline, 2nd week and 4th week | Muscles strength will be assessed using sphygmomanometer |
Countries
Pakistan
Contacts
CONTACTZobia Noor, DPT
CONTACTRuqia Begum, MS-OMPT
PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATORZobia Noor, DPT
Foundation University Islamabad
Outcome results
None listed