Facilitated positional release versus manual myofascial release for women with piriformis syndrome

Effects of Facilitated Positional Release Technique( FPRT) Vs Manual Myofascial Release Technique in Female Patients With Piriformis Syndrome.

This trial will test whether facilitated positional release or manual myofascial release better reduces pain and improves hip movement in women aged 25–50 with piriformis syndrome.

Quick facts

• Phase: NA
• Study type: Interventional
• Enrollment: 38 (estimated)
• Ages: 25 Years to 50 Years
• Sex: Female
• Sponsor: Foundation University Islamabad (other)
• Locations: 1 site (Islamabad)
• Trial ID: NCT07044869 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This is a randomized controlled trial at Foundation University College of Physical Therapy in Islamabad comparing two hands-on therapies for piriformis syndrome in women. Participants are randomized to receive either facilitated positional release technique (FPRT) or manual myofascial release technique delivered over two weeks. Baseline and follow-up measurements include hip range of motion (abduction, adduction, internal and external rotation), the Numeric Pain Rating Scale (NPRS), and the Lower Extremity Functional Scale (LEFS). The trial excludes patients with lumbar radiculopathy, prior lumbar or hip surgery, recent lumbar fracture/trauma, or hip osteoarthritis.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are women aged 25–50 diagnosed with piriformis syndrome who have had pain for at least two months and no major lumbar or hip surgery or radiculopathy.

Not a fit: Patients with lumbar radiculopathy, hip osteoarthritis, prior total hip replacement, or recent lumbar fracture/trauma are excluded and are unlikely to benefit from the study treatments.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, the trial could identify a more effective manual therapy to lower pain and restore hip motion and function in women with piriformis syndrome.

How similar studies have performed: Previous small trials and clinical reports show some benefit of manual myofascial techniques for related buttock and hip pain, while the evidence for facilitated positional release specifically is more limited but promising.

Eligibility criteria

Inclusion Criteria:

* • 25-50 years Only females Diagnosed piriformis syndrome Pain from 2 months

Exclusion Criteria:

* Lumbar Radiculopathy Fracture trauma to lumbar spine surgery/ total hip replacement hip OA

Where this trial is running

Islamabad

• Foundation University College of Physical Therapy — Islamabad, Pakistan (RECRUITING)

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Fariya Maryam, DPT

Conditions: Piriformis Syndrome