Muscle energy technique and stretching for pregnant women with piriformis syndrome
Effects of Muscle Energy Technique and Stretching Exercise on Pain, Hip Joint Range of Motion and Function in Working Pregnant Women With Piriformis Syndrome
This study tests whether muscle energy techniques or stretching exercises can help pregnant women with piriformis syndrome feel less pain and move better.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 30 (estimated) |
| Ages | 25 Years to 45 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Riphah International University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Lahore, Punjab) |
| Trial ID | NCT05915858 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial investigates the effectiveness of muscle energy techniques and stretching exercises in alleviating symptoms of piriformis syndrome in working pregnant women. The study involves a randomized allocation of participants into two groups, one receiving muscle energy techniques and the other engaging in stretching exercises. Treatment sessions will occur twice a week for a total of twelve sessions, with evaluations conducted using pain rating scales and functional assessments. The goal is to determine which approach better reduces pain and improves lower extremity function.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are multiparous women aged 25-45 in their second trimester of pregnancy with chronic low back pain and specific physical symptoms related to piriformis syndrome.
Not a fit: Patients with negative straight leg raise tests, skin allergies, pre-eclampsia, gestational diabetes, or a history of lower extremity fractures may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide effective non-invasive treatment options for pregnant women suffering from piriformis syndrome.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown positive outcomes using similar muscle energy techniques and stretching exercises for pain relief and improved function, suggesting this approach may be effective.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age between 25-45 years . * Tenderness of piriformis muscle. * Chronic non-specific low back pain patients. * Women in second trimester of pregnancy * Multiparous women * SLR positive below 60 degrees . * VAS score: 6-10 * Internal rotation of hip less than 45 degrees. Exclusion Criteria: * SLR negative test * Skin allergy * Pre-eclampsia * Gestational diabetes mellitus * Clinical diagnosis of osteoarthritis or history of fracture of lower extremities
Where this trial is running
Lahore, Punjab
- Lady Willington — Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Hafiza Neelam, MS — Riphah International University
- Study coordinator: hafiza neelam, MS
- Email: hafiza.neelam@riphah.edu.pk
- Phone: 03204097476
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.