About this trial
This study examines the effects of autogenic inhibition (PFS) versus reciprocal inhibition in individuals with lower cross syndrome
Eligibility criteria
This trial does not accept healthy volunteersQualifiers
Both Males and Females will be included in our study Age 25-50 years Four positive screening tests (Thomas Test, Abdominal Strength Test, Glutues Maximus Test, Ely's Test) chronic Pain in lower Back Region (>3 on VAS) lasting for more than 2 months
Disqualifiers
Osteoporosis Congenital Hip Dysplasia History of Fracture History of Inflammatory Arthritis Pregnancy
Trial design
Parallel
Treatments tested in this trial
Autogenic Inhibition (PFS) Group A
Procedure/SurgeryPatient will receive a four-week physiotherapy program with 3 sessions per week. Each session with heat application followed by supervised stretching and strengthening exercises. Participants in group A will receive Autogenic Inhibition (PFS) 10 minutes TENS \& Heating Pad Autogenic Inhibition for 5 sec 5 reps, 5 sec hold,1 set Frequency: 12 sessions for 4 weeks (3 sessions per week and day of rest between sessions) Total Treatment Time 30 minutes each session Strengthening Exercises for Hip and Core Muscles
Reciprocal Inhibition Group B
Procedure/SurgeryPatient will receive a four-week physiotherapy program with 3 sessions per week. Each session with heat application followed by supervised stretching and strengthening exercises. Participants in group B will receive Reciprocal Inhibition 10 minutes TENS \& Heating Pad Inhibition for 5 sec 5 reps,5 sec hold,1 set Frequency: 12 sessions for 4 weeks (3 sessions per week and day of rest between sessions) Total Treatment Time 30 minutes each session Strengthening Exercises for Hip and Core Muscles
Treatment groups
Trial outcomes
Primary outcomes
Lumbar Range of Motion
Lumbar spine range of motion will be assessed using inclinometer
Hip Range of Motion
Hip range of motion will be assessed using Goniometer
Functional Disability
Functional Disability will be measured with Oswestry disability Index, a ten item questionnaire with 6 response options per item.
Secondary outcomes
Pain Intensity
Pain intensity will be measured with VAS ranging from 0 (no pain) to 10 (worst pain)
Muscles Strength (Gluteus & Core Muscles)
Muscles strength will be assessed using sphygmomanometer
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