Status:

RECRUITING

Comparison of Post Facilitation Stretch Versus Reciprocal Inhibition in Quadratus Lumborum Syndrome: a Randomized Controlled Trial

Lead Sponsor:

Foundation University Islamabad

Conditions:

Quadratus Lumborum Syndrome

Eligibility:

All Genders

18-35 years

Phase:

NA

Brief Summary

This study is a randomised control trial and the purpose of this study is to determine the effects Post facilitation stretch versus reciprocal inhibition on pain, lumbar range of motion, apparent leg ...

Detailed Description

The purpose of this study is to determine the difference between Post facilitation, stretch versus reciprocal inhibition on pain, lumbar range of motion, apparent leg length discrepancy and lumber lor...

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

  • Inclusion Criteria:
  • Age 18-35 years
  • Both genders
  • Having pain of ≤ 8 on NPRS from at least 3 months
  • Pain decreases on supine lying
  • Any two of the following findings positive of unilateral quadratus lumborum on physical examination:
  • Taut bands
  • Local tenderness
  • Patient's pain recognition
  • Pain referral to greater trochanter
  • Local twitch response
  • Exclusion criteria:
  • Painful isometric muscle testing of hip flexors, abductors, adductors, and extensors
  • Previous surgery of lower limb
  • Centralization/peripheralization
  • Lower back trauma
  • Positive SLR
  • Radiculopathy
  • Fracture/surgery of pelvic and/or hip region
  • Diagnosed fibromyalgia or other rheumatic diseases.
  • Lactating women
  • Intrauterine device
  • Pregnant women
  • Use of psychiatric medications

Exclusion

    Key Trial Info

    Start Date :

    September 1 2023

    Trial Type :

    INTERVENTIONAL

    Allocation :

    ESTIMATED

    End Date :

    January 30 2025

    Estimated Enrollment :

    42 Patients enrolled

    Trial Details

    Trial ID

    NCT06534853

    Start Date

    September 1 2023

    End Date

    January 30 2025

    Last Update

    August 2 2024

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    Foundation University College of Physical Therapy

    Rawalpindi, Punjab Province, Pakistan, 46000