Effects of Deep Transverse Friction Massage and Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization on Pain, Disability, and Function in Pregnant Women with Plantar Fasciitis

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are comparing two manual therapy techniques, Deep Transverse Friction Massage and Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization, in pregnant women with plantar fasciitis. This trial focuses on pain intensity, disability, and functional capacity. Pregnant females aged 18 to 40 years diagnosed using the Windlass test are the study participants. The trial is randomized and conducted at two hospitals in Lahore, targeting a total of 52 participants. Participants will be randomly assigned to two groups, each receiving 12 treatment sessions over about six weeks, with two sessions per week. Group A will receive Deep Transverse Friction Massage applying mild to moderate manual pressure for 15 to 20 minutes per session. Group B will receive Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization using specialized tools applying low to moderate pressure for the same duration and frequency. Both groups will receive the same baseline treatment. During the study, pain levels will be measured using the Numeric Pain Rating Scale, disability assessed by the Foot Function Index, and functional capacity evaluated with the 6-Minute Walk Test, all at the sixth week. Data will be analyzed statistically to compare the effectiveness of the two treatments. Participants' progress and responses will be monitored throughout the study period, with the aim to understand how these therapies affect plantar fasciitis symptoms during pregnancy.

Effects of Deep Transverse Friction Massage and Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization in Plantar Fasciitis.