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Comparison of IASTM and Muscle Energy Technique in Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome.
Sponsor: Riphah International University
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.
Official title: Compare the Effects of Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM) and Muscle Energy Technique on Iliotibial Band Tightness in Patients With Patellofemoral Syndrome.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 35 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
48
Start Date
2024-10-02
Completion Date
2025-09-28
Last Updated
2025-02-21
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Graston technique+ Conventional PT
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 + Conventional PT
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.
Locations (1)
Pakistan Railway hospital
Rawalpindi, Punjab Province, Pakistan