Effects of piriformis stretching on sacroiliac joint dysfunction
Additional Effects of Piriformis Stretch in the Management of Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction
This study is testing if adding piriformis stretching to other treatments can help young adults with sacroiliac joint pain feel less pain and improve their daily activities.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 34 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 45 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Foundation University Islamabad Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Rawalpindi, Punjab) |
| Trial ID | NCT06045182 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the additional effects of piriformis stretching combined with Maitland mobilization and electrotherapy on patients suffering from sacroiliac joint dysfunction. It aims to assess the impact of these interventions on pain and disability levels in individuals aged 18-45 who experience sacroiliac joint pain. The research will utilize a combination of therapeutic exercises and mobilization techniques to determine their effectiveness in managing this condition, which is a significant contributor to lower back pain. The study will follow strict inclusion and exclusion criteria to ensure the appropriate patient population is targeted.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18-45 experiencing sacroiliac joint pain with a pain score greater than 4 on the Numeric Pain Rating Scale.
Not a fit: Patients with pain from other conditions, such as low back pain or hip pathology, or those who have undergone surgical treatment for SIJ dysfunction will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide a new effective treatment approach for patients suffering from sacroiliac joint dysfunction, potentially reducing their pain and improving their quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: While there is limited literature on the specific combination of interventions being tested, previous studies have shown varying degrees of success with individual treatment approaches for sacroiliac joint dysfunction.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Adults (both male and female) aged 18-45 years experiencing sacroiliac joint pain * Patients fulfilling the diagnostic criteria, recommended by the International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP).(13) * Those with \> 4 score on Numeric pain rating scale for the sacroiliac pain * Using no other pain killers or non steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs during the therapy Exclusion Criteria: * Individuals suffering from pain due to other conditions (low back pain, hip pathology, hip osteoarthritis, cognitive disorders, radicular pain, ankylosing spondylitis, coccydynia) * Patients with piriformis syndrome. * SIJ pain due to other causes such as fractures, tumors and trauma. * Pregnant females * Those patients who have received any surgical treatment for SIJ dysfunction
Where this trial is running
Rawalpindi, Punjab
- Foundation University College of Physical Therapy — Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Anum Sadiq, DPT,MS-MSKPT*
- Email: anumsadiq1995@gmail.com
- Phone: +923095628050
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.