Comparison of IASTM and Muscle Energy Technique in Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome.
Compare the Effects of Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM) and Muscle Energy Technique on Iliotibial Band Tightness in Patients With Patellofemoral Syndrome.
Riphah International University
48 participants
Oct 2, 2024
INTERVENTIONAL
Conditions
Summary
The aim of this randomized controlled trial is to compare the effect of Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM) and muscle energy technique on iliotibial band tightness on pain, range of motion and functional mobility in patients with patellofemoral pain syndrome.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria7
- • Age between 18 and 35 years
- Both Genders.
- Anterior or retro patellar knee pain for at least the past 3 months.
- Knee pain during at least 3 of the following activities: ascending/descending stairs, squatting, hopping/ running, and prolonged sitting.
- Retro patellar pain in patellar grind test (positive clarke's sign).
- A score of at least 3 on the visual analog scale (VAS).
- Positive Ober's test.
Exclusion Criteria6
- • Any meniscal or ligament tears of knee.
- Knee osteoarthritis.
- Any previous surgery of lower limb.
- Patellar fracture or fracture of lower extremity.
- Having received knee injections of corticosteroids or hyaluronic acid.
- Osteoporosis of knee joint.
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Interventions
IASTM technique (graston technique) on iliotibial band. Frequency 2 sessions of stroking with 20 seconds rest in between 3 times/week for 3 consecutive weeks Intensity as tolerated by patient. Conventional PT including 1- Therapeutic ultrasound at frequency of 3.5 MHZ for 10 minutes. 2- Stretching exercise of hamstrings. 3-Isometric exercises of Quadriceps
Muscle energy technique (post facilitation stretch) on iliotibial band. Frequency 10 repetitions 3 times/week for 3 consecutive weeks Intensity starting from 50 percent resistance across barrier provided by physiotherapist.. Conventional PT including 1- Therapeutic ultrasound at frequency of 3.5 MHZ for 10 minutes. 2- Stretching exercise of hamstrings. 3-Isometric exercises of Quadriceps.
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NCT06598618