Syndrome
Conditions
Keywords
Dead Butt Syndrome, Gluteal Muscle Activation, Core Strengthening
Brief summary
The study design would be a Randomized Controlled Trial.This study would include a total 40 participants. 20 participants in each group. Sample size is obtained through G-power. The study duration will be 12 months after the approval from the research board. Non-probability convenience sampling will be used. Randomization will be done through sealed envelope method. The study will be conducted from Quaid-e-Azam Hospital Rawalpindi and Margalla Rehabilitation Centre.
Interventions
OTHERGroup A: Gluteal Muscle Activation
Gluteal Activation focuses on "waking up" and isolating the gluteus maximus, medius, and minimus to ensure they fire properly, often using low-load, high-control movements.
OTHERGroup B: Gluteal Muscle Activation and Core stregthening exercises
Gluteal Activation focuses on "waking up" and isolating the gluteus maximus, medius, and minimus to ensure they fire properly, often using low-load, high-control movements.Core Strengthening focuses on stabilizing the spine and pelvis by targeting the abdominals, back, and deep pelvic muscles.
Sponsors
Riphah International University
Study design
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
PARALLEL
Primary purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
NONE
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
18 Years to 55 Years
Healthy volunteers
No
Inclusion criteria
* Symptoms persisting for more than 6 weeks (subacute or chronic cases). * Sedentary to moderately active individuals (i.e., not involved in heavy gluteal-strengthening or core training for at least 3 months prior to the study). vParticipants will be diagnosed with Dead Butt Syndrome based on the presence of at least two out of three of the following criteria: * Self-reported dull ache, discomfort, or tightness in the gluteal region worsened with prolonged sitting or walking. * Positive Trendelenburg Test * ≤ 4/5 on the standard MRC grading scale
Exclusion criteria
* Pregnancy or plans to become pregnant during the study period. * Diagnosed hip labral tears, piriformis syndrome, or sciatica unrelated to gluteal amnesia. * Degenerative or neurological conditions such as osteoarthritis, multiple sclerosis, stroke, or spinal cord injury. * History of significant spinal trauma or surgery in the past 12 months. * Engagement in regular physical exercise or participation in rehabilitation programs within the last 6 months.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Tampa Scale of Kinesiophobia (TSK-11) | 4 weeks | The Tampa Scale for Kinesiophobia (TSK-11) is a shortened, 11-item version of the original 17-item TSK questionnaire used to assess fear of movement, or kinesiophobia, in individuals with chronic pain or other conditions involving movement limitations |
| Lower Extremity Functional Scale (LEFS) | 4 weeks | The Lower Extremity Functional Scale (LEFS) is used to assess "patients' initial function, ongoing progress, and outcome" for a variety of disorders affecting the lower extremities. LEFS is a self-reported survey. The LEFS total score ranges from 0 to 80, with higher scores indicating better functional ability. |
| Numeric Pain Rating Scale | 4 Weeks | The Numeric Pain Rating Scale (NPRS) is a tool used to measure the intensity of pain. It's a unidimensional scale, typically an 11-point scale ranging from 0 to 10, where 0 represents no pain and 10 represents the worst pain imaginable. Patients verbally or numerically indicate the level of pain they are experiencing. |
| The Trendelenburg test | 4 Weeks | The Trendelenburg test is a physical examination used to assess the strength of hip abductor muscles, specifically the gluteus medius and gluteus minimus, or to check for the competency of venous valves in the legs. A positive Trendelenburg sign, indicated by a drop of the pelvis on the unsupported side during a single-leg stance, suggests weakness in the hip abductors. |
Countries
Pakistan
Contacts
CONTACTREHMAT KHATOON, MS-OMPT
CONTACTAttiq ur Rehman Physiotherapist, MS
PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATORAttiq Ur Rehman, MS
Riphah International University
Outcome results
None listed