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Comparative Effects of PIR and PFS on Pain, Hip ROM, and Disability in Piriformis Syndrome

NCT07255053 · Status: COMPLETED · Phase: NA · Type: INTERVENTIONAL · Enrollment: 36

Last updated 2025-11-28

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Summary

This randomized clinical trial evaluates the effectiveness of Post-Isometric Relaxation (PIR) and Post-Facilitation Stretching (PFS) for managing pain, improving hip abduction and internal rotation, and enhancing functional capacity in patients with Piriformis Syndrome. Thirty-six participants will be assessed at baseline and six weeks using pain scores, hip range of motion, and functional scales to determine which technique provides superior outcomes.

Conditions

  • Piriformis Syndrome

Interventions

PROCEDURE

Post Isometric Relaxation (PIR)

Participants received PIR exercises targeting the piriformis muscle three days per week for 4 weeks. The technique involved pain-free isometric contractions followed by gentle stretching to improve hip abduction and internal rotation

PROCEDURE

Post Facilitation Stretching (PFS)

Participants received PFS exercises targeting the piriformis muscle three days per week for 4 weeks. The technique combined isometric contractions with controlled stretching to enhance hip mobility and reduce pain.

Sponsors & Collaborators

  • University of Faisalabad

    lead OTHER

Study Design

Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
NONE
Model
PARALLEL

Eligibility

Min Age
35 Years
Max Age
55 Years
Sex
ALL
Healthy Volunteers
Yes

Timeline & Regulatory

Start
2025-02-02
Primary Completion
2025-04-10
Completion
2025-08-20

Countries

  • Pakistan

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