The sciatic nerve injury model in pre-clinical research.
Stefano Geuna
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25629799Actively Recruiting
Phase Not Applicable
Age: 18Years - 35Years
MALE
Healthy Volunteers
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Effects of Myofascial Release Technique With and Without Sciatic Nerve Slider Technique on Pain, Range of Motion, and Functional Disability Among Cricket Players With Sciatica
Led by Riphah International University · Updated on 2024-08-05
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What this Trial Is About
Sciatica is a symptom caused by irritation or compression of the sciatic nerve, leading to pain, tingling, numbness, or weakness in the lower back, hips, and legs. This research aims to compare the effects of myofascial release technique (MFR) with and without the sciatic nerve slider technique on pain, range of motion, and functional disability in male cricket players with sciatica. The study addresses a gap in existing literature on the combined use of these therapies and evaluates their feasibility and cost-effectiveness. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two groups. Group A will receive both myofascial release and sciatic nerve slider techniques along with routine physiotherapy, while Group B will receive only the myofascial release technique and routine physiotherapy. The myofascial release involves applying gentle sustained pressure to the lumbar region and calf muscles for 30-50 seconds. These treatments will be given three times a week with 7-10 repetitions over 12 weeks. Throughout the study, researchers will assess pain, range of motion, and functional disability at baseline, immediately after the first session, after 6 weeks, and after 12 weeks of treatment. Evaluation tools include patient evaluation sheets and physical tests such as the straight leg raise. The study will monitor effects over multiple time points to understand both immediate and long-term outcomes. Participation involves regular therapy sessions and assessments over a 12-week period.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
Effects of Myofacial Release Technique and Sciatic Nerve Slider Technique in Sciatica
Who Can Participate
Age: 18Years - 35Years
MALE
Healthy Volunteers
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Age group between 18-35 years
- Male cricket players
- Pre-diagnosed with sciatica referred from orthopedic specialist
- History of low back pain for at least 3 months before enrollment
- Pain during straight leg raise test
- Willingness to participate in the study
You will not qualify if you...
- History of any systemic disease
- History of trauma
- History of previous fracture in lower limb
- History of prior surgery
- Corticosteroid injection for lumbar radiculopathy within previous 3 months
- Any known malignancy or neoplasm on the affected side
- Diagnosed or known psychiatric illness
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Your Study Journey
Screening
Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
1 visit (in-person)
Treatment
Duration - 12 weeks
Participants receive myofascial release technique with or without sciatic nerve slider technique along with routine physiotherapy to reduce pain and improve range of motion and functional ability.
3 sessions per week for 12 weeks
Follow-up
Duration - Up to 12 weeks after treatment start
Participants are assessed for changes in pain, range of motion, and functional disability after treatment completion.
3 assessment visits at baseline, 6 weeks, and 12 weeks
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
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Pakistan Sports Board
Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan
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Research Team
M
Muhammad Atif Javed, PP-DPT
How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
SINGLE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
OTHER
Number of Arms
2
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