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Comparison of Gluteal Muscle Activation and Core Strengthening in Dead Butt Syndrome Syndrome
Led by Riphah International University · Updated on 2026-05-08
40
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
24 weeks
Total Duration
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What this Trial Is About
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.
CONDITIONS
Official Title
Comparison of Gluteal Muscle Activation and Core Strengthening in Dead Butt Syndrome Syndrome
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Symptoms persisting for more than 6 weeks (subacute or chronic cases).
- Sedentary to moderately active individuals not involved in heavy gluteal-strengthening or core training for at least 3 months prior to the study.
- Diagnosed with Dead Butt Syndrome based on at least two of the following: self-reported dull ache or tightness in the gluteal region worsened with sitting or walking, positive Trendelenburg test, or muscle strength 4/5 on the MRC grading scale.
You will not qualify if you...
- 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 rehabilitation programs within the last 6 months.
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Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Riphah University Islamabad
Islamabad, Pakistan
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Research Team
R
REHMAT KHATOON, MS-OMPT
CONTACT
A
Attiq ur Rehman Physiotherapist, MS
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How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
NONE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
TREATMENT
Number of Arms
2
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