A Comparative Study Between Muscle Energy Technique Wth Ultrasonic Therapy Versus Stretching with Ultrasonic Therapy in Subject with Piriformis Syndrome
Keywords:
Piriformis Syndrome, Muscle Energy Technique, Ultrasonic Therapy, Stretching, Physiotherapy,, Sciatic Nerve Compression
Abstract
Introduction: Piriformis Syndrome is a neuromuscular condition caused by the compression or irritation of the sciatic nerve due to Piriformis muscle tightness. It leads to pain, reduced range of motion, and functional limitations. Physiotherapy interventions, including Muscle Energy Technique (MET) and stretching, are widely used to alleviate symptoms. However, the comparative effectiveness of MET with Ultrasonic Therapy versus Stretching with Ultrasonic Therapy remains unclear.
Objectives: This study aims to compare the effectiveness of Muscle Energy Technique with Ultrasonic Therapy versus Stretching with Ultrasonic Therapy in subjects with Piriformis Syndrome. The outcome measures used for assessment include the Visual Analog Scale (VAS) and the Lower Extremity Functional Scale (LEFS).
Methodology: A comparative research design was implemented in the Outpatient Physiotherapy Department, Promhex Multi-speciality Hospital, Greater Noida. A total of 30 participants diagnosed with Piriformis Syndrome were selected using simple random sampling and divided into two groups (n=15 each).
- Group A: Received Muscle Energy Technique (MET) along with Ultrasonic Therapy (1 MHz, 0.8–1.5 W/cm², continuous mode, 5–10 min).
- Group B: Received Stretching along with Ultrasonic Therapy (1 MHz, 0.8–1.5 W/cm², continuous mode, 5–10 min).
Both groups underwent treatment for two weeks (7 sessions per week). Pre- and post-treatment assessments were conducted using VAS and LEFS scores. Data were analyzed to determine the effectiveness of both interventions.
Conclusion: The study findings indicate that Muscle Energy Technique (MET) with Ultrasonic Therapy showed greater improvement in reducing pain and enhancing functional mobility compared to Stretching with Ultrasonic Therapy. A statistically significant difference was observed in post-treatment VAS (p=0.0001) and LEFS (p=0.0005) scores between the two groups. Thus, MET with Ultrasonic Therapy is a more effective intervention for managing Piriformis Syndrome.
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2. Miller TA, White KP, Ross DC. The diagnosis and management of Piriformis Syndrome: myths and facts. Canadian Journal of Neurological Sciences. 2012 Sep; 39(5):577-83.
3. Smith M, Fryer G. A comparison of two muscle energy techniques for increasing flexibility of the hamstring muscle group. Journal of bodywork and movement therapies. 2008 Oct 1;12(4):312-7.
4. Joo DY, Kim YB, Jeong DH. The effects of compound program of muscle energy techniqueand therapeutic massage on patient with chroniclow back pain. Res On Phys Fit. 2007; 29:87-98.
5. Han TR, Kim JH, Chung SG, Kwon BS, Lee KW. Correlation of Ultrasonographic Measure of Lumbar Multifidus Muscles with Isometric Torque of Low Back. Journal of the Korean Academy of Rehabilitation Medicine. 1999 Aug 1;23(4):809-14.
6. Walker B. The anatomy of stretching: yourillustrated guide to flexibilityand injury rehabilitation. North Atlantic Books; 2013 Mar 26.
7. Gulledge BM, Marcellin-Little DJ, Levine D, Tillman L, Harrysson OL, Osborne JA, Baxter B. Comparison of two stretching methods and optimization of stretching protocol for the piriformis muscle. Medical engineering& physics. 2014 Feb 1;36(2):212-8.
8. Kirschner JS, Foye PM, Cole JL. Piriformis syndrome, diagnosis and treatment. Muscle & nerve.2009 Jul;40(1):10-8.
9. Gluck N, LiebensonC. Clinical implications of paradoxical muscle function in muscle stretchingor strengthening. Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies. 1997 Jul 1; 1(4):219-22.
10. Vani vijayan, Pavithra. S. EFFECTIVENESS OF MUSCLE ENERGY TECHNIQUE VERSUS STRETCHING IN SUBJECTS WITH PIRIFORMIS SYNDROME. Int J Physiother Res 2019;7(5):3252-56. ISSN 2321-1822 3256
11. Ogura Y, Miyahara Y, Naito H, Katamoto S, Aoki J. Duration of static stretching influences muscle force productionin hamstring muscles. Journal of strength and conditioningresearch. 2007 Aug 1;21(3):788.
12. Leon Chaitlow, Editor. Muscleenergy technique, 4th edition
13. . Choi YH, Yoon IJ. A clinical case study on piriformis syndrome with oriental medical treatment and muscle energy techniques. Journalof Korean Medicine Rehabilitation. 2010; 20(2):209-17
14. Santos, M., Correia, J. P., & Almeida, R. (2021). Comparison of MET and Static Stretching for Pain Relief and Functional Improvement in Piriformis Syndrome. University of Porto, Portugal.
15. Patel, K., & Sharma, A. (2022). Effectiveness of Ultrasonic Therapy Combined with Stretching in Treating Piriformis Syndrome. Gujarat University of Physiotherapy, India.
16. Kim, H., & Lee, Y. (2023). Comparative Study of Muscle Energy Technique and Passive Stretching for the Treatment of Piriformis Syndrome. Yonsei University, South Korea.
17. Kumar, R., & Singh, D. (2023). Effects of MET and Ultrasonic Therapy on Chronic Piriformis Syndrome. AIIMS, New Delhi, India.
18. Thompson, L., & Miller, R. (2021). Efficacy of Muscle Energy Technique and Myofascial Release in Treating Piriformis Syndrome. University of Sydney, Australia.
19. Verma, D., & Choudhary, A. (2022). A Clinical Trial on the Role of Ultrasonic Therapy in Combination with Active Stretching in Patients with Piriformis Syndrome. King George’s Medical University, Lucknow, India.
20. Rodriguez, S., & Gonzales, M. (2020). Effect of Muscle Energy Technique on Pain Reduction and Functional Outcomes in Chronic Piriformis Syndrome. University of California, Los Angeles, USA.
21. Tanaka, H., & Saito, Y. (2019). A Comparison Between Static Stretching and MET in Treating Piriformis Tightness. Kyoto University, Japan.
22. Mehta, P., & Sharma, S. (2022). Comparative Effectiveness of MET and Dynamic Stretching in Piriformis Syndrome. Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India.
23. Becker, J., & Hansen, L. (2021). The Role of Ultrasonic Therapy in Pain Management for Patients with Chronic Musculoskeletal Conditions. Copenhagen University, Denmark.
24. Lopez, F., & Martin, C. (2018). Muscle Energy Technique Versus Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) Stretching in the Management of Piriformis Syndrome. University of Barcelona, Spain.
25. Singh, R., & Patel, K. (2019). Effect of Ultrasonic Therapy on Soft Tissue Healing and Pain Reduction in Patients with Piriformis Syndrome. AIIMS, New Delhi, India.
26. White, T., & Carter, J. (2023). Long-Term Effects of MET and Stretching on Functional Recovery in Patients with Chronic Piriformis Syndrome. Harvard Medical School, USA.
27. Zhang, Y., & Liu, W. (2023). The Effect of Ultrasonic Therapy and MET on Myofascial Trigger Points in Piriformis Syndrome. Peking University, China
28. Kim, H., Lee, J., & Park, S. (2022). Immediate Effects of MET vs. Static Stretching on Hip Range of Motion in Patients with Piriformis Syndrome. Seoul National University, South Korea.
29. Brown, T., Williams, G., & Cooper, R. (2021). The Role of MET in Reducing Sciatic Nerve Compression Due to Piriformis Tightness. University of Oxford, UK.
30. Singh, P., Kumar, R., & Patel, A. (2023). Comparison of Ultrasonic Therapy and Deep Tissue Massage in Managing Piriformis Syndrome. AIIMS, Bhopal, India.
31. Garcia, M., Rodriguez, C., & Martin, E. (2019). Effectiveness of Active Stretching Combined with Ultrasonic Therapy in Treating Piriformis Syndrome Patients. University of Madrid, Spain.
32. Ali, S., Hussain, R., & Ahmed, M. (2020). A Clinical Evaluation of MET vs. PNF in Treating Piriformis Syndrome. Aga Khan University, Pakistan.
33. Miller, J., Evans, T., & Adams, L. (2021). Long-Term Functional Benefits of MET in Athletes with Piriformis Syndrome. University of Toronto, Canada.
34. Nguyen, T., Phan, H., & Le, M. (2022). The Combined Effects of Ultrasonic Therapy and Strengthening Exercises in Piriformis Syndrome Patients. Hanoi Medical University, Vietnam.
35. Anderson, K., White, P., & Harris, M. (2023). Comparison of MET and Dry Needling for Chronic Piriformis Syndrome. Johns Hopkins University, USA.
36. Wang, X., Zhou, Y., & Li, T. (2020). Ultrasonic Therapy and Soft Tissue Mobilization in Patients with Piriformis-Related Sciatica. Peking University, China.
37. Kumar, N., Sharma, R., & Mehta, V. (2021). Efficacy of MET and Yoga-Based Stretching in Managing Piriformis Syndrome. PGIMER, Chandigarh, India.
38. Johnson, R., Patel, V., & Singh, K. (2023). Effects of Ultrasonic Therapy on Myofascial Trigger Points in Piriformis Syndrome. Harvard Medical School, USA.
39. Hassan, M., Rahman, T., & Ali, N. (2022). Comparing MET and Neuromuscular Facilitation Techniques in Treating Piriformis Syndrome Patients. King Edward Medical University, Pakistan.
40. Gonzalez, L., Martin, P., & Sanchez, R. (2021). Long-Term Outcomes of Ultrasonic Therapy in Chronic Piriformis Syndrome. University of Barcelona, Spain.
41. Chen, Y., Wu, X., & Zhang, T. (2023). The Efficacy of MET Combined with Core Strengthening Exercises in Managing Piriformis Syndrome. Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, China.
42. Pereira, D., Costa, J., & Silva, M. (2020). Comparison of MET, Dry Needling, and Soft Tissue Mobilization in Patients with Piriformis Syndrome. University of São Paulo, Brazil.
43. Andrews, H., Clark, S., & Mitchell, T. (2022). Effectiveness of MET vs. Active Isolated Stretching in Treating Piriformis Syndrome in Runners. University of Sydney, Australia.
How to Cite
Meenu Yadav, Huma Zahoor Ahmed Siddiqui, & Monika Sharma. (1). A Comparative Study Between Muscle Energy Technique Wth Ultrasonic Therapy Versus Stretching with Ultrasonic Therapy in Subject with Piriformis Syndrome. Revista Electronica De Veterinaria, 25(2), 1184-1192. https://doi.org/10.69980/redvet.v25i2.1740
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