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Effects of Facilitated Positional Release Technique versus Manual Myofascial Release Technique in Female Patients with Piriformis Syndrome
Led by Foundation University Islamabad · Updated on 2024-12-31
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Research Sites
2 weeks
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What this Trial Is About
Researchers are evaluating the effects of two different techniques, Facilitated Positional Release Technique (FPRT) and Manual Myofascial Release Technique, in female patients with Piriformis Syndrome. This randomized control trial aims to compare these treatments to see how they impact hip range of motion and pain levels in affected individuals. The study focuses on women aged 25 to 50 who have experienced Piriformis Syndrome symptoms for at least two months. Participants are divided into two groups: a treatment group receiving the Facilitated Positional Release Technique and a control group receiving Manual Myofascial Release. The FPRT involves applying pressure over tender muscle areas while maintaining specific positions, with five repetitions. The control group undergoes 3 to 5 repetitions of manual myofascial release, applying ischemic pressure directly on the piriformis muscle for 90 seconds before release. At the start, baseline measurements of hip range of motion (including abduction, adduction, internal and external rotation), pain levels using the Numeric Pain Rating Scale (NPRS), and functional ability via the Lower Extremity Functional Scale (LEFS) are taken. After two weeks of treatment, these assessments are repeated to compare changes. The primary outcome measured is the change in range of motion after two weeks. The study is sponsored by Foundation University Islamabad and plans to conclude by April 2025.
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Brief Title
"Effects of Facilitated Positional Release Technique( FPRT) Vs. Manual Myofascial Release Technique in Female Patients With Piriformis Syndrome
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Patients diagnosed with Piriformis Syndrome
- Female patients only
- Age between 25 and 50 years
- Pain lasting for at least 2 months
- Diagnosed with Piriformis Syndrome
You will not qualify if you...
- Lumbar radiculopathy
- Fracture
- Trauma to the lumbar spine
- Surgery or total hip replacement
- Hip osteoarthritis
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Your Study Journey
Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
Duration - 2 weeks
Participants receive either Facilitated Positional Release Technique or Manual Myofascial Release Technique on the tight Piriformis muscle.
1 baseline visit and 1 follow-up visit
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
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Foundation University College of Physical Therapy
Rawalpindi, Punjab Province, Pakistan, 46000
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Research Team
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Fariya Maryam, MS-MSKPT*
How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
SINGLE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
TREATMENT
Number of Arms
2
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