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Effects of Schroth Method and Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation Technique in Patients With Idiopathic Scoliosis

Sponsor
Riphah International University (Other)
Overall Status
Not yet recruiting
CT.gov ID
NCT05404620
Collaborator
(none)
18
Enrollment
1
Location
2
Arms
7
Anticipated Duration (Months)
2.6
Patients Per Site Per Month

Study Details

Study Description

Brief Summary

The aim of this study is to compare the effects of schroth method and proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation techniques on pain, mobility, and quality of life in patients with idiopathic scoliosis.

Condition or Disease Intervention/Treatment Phase
  • Other: Schroth exercises
  • Other: PNF technique
 N/A

Detailed Description

Scoliosis is a three-dimensional deformity that causes the spine to curve sideways. The most common type of scoliosis is "idiopathic," which means the exact cause is unknown. It accounts for approximately 85% of cases. The prevalence rate of 2-5% with a Cobb angle greater than 10 degrees. All previous studies in which schroth method with other different techniques has been performed have shown greater improvement in the management of scoliosis. However, there is no clinical significance work on the Comparative effect of the schroth method and PNF. Previous literature showed no significant improvement in mobility and quality of life. This study aims to find evidence of clinical significance work on effects of Schroth method and proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation technique on pain, mobility, and quality of life in patients with idiopathic scoliosis in both gender

Study Design

Study Type:
Interventional
Anticipated Enrollment :
18 participants
Allocation:
Randomized
Intervention Model:
Parallel Assignment
Masking:
Single (Outcomes Assessor)
Primary Purpose:
Treatment
Official Title:
Comparative Effects of Schroth Method and Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation Technique on Pain, Mobility and Quality of Life in Patients With Idiopathic Scoliosis
Anticipated Study Start Date :
Jun 1, 2022
Anticipated Primary Completion Date :
Jan 1, 2023
Anticipated Study Completion Date :
Jan 1, 2023

Arms and Interventions

Arm Intervention/Treatment
Experimental: Schroth exercises

Mobilization in the spine between ribs will be performed to increase the mobility of joints. To strengthen the muscles such as erector spinae, iliopsoas, and the quadratus lumborum, muscle activation will be done. Then the four exercises of the Schroth method which are the "50 x Swiss ball" exercise, Prone exercise, Sail exercise, and the Muscle-cylinder exercise will be performed. This will be followed by hot pack and static stretching of muscles.

Other: Schroth exercises
9 participants will perform Schroth exercises with 2 mint rest between each exercise. + Hot pack (10 mint) +static stretching of the involved muscles with 10 to 30-sec hold and 2 to 4 repetitions as a standard treatment. A total of 45 min sessions three times a week on alternate days for three weeks will be provided.
Experimental: PNF technique

This technique involves the specific program and pattern of PNF that are deep breathing, pelvic posterior tilting, DI flexion & Extension of UL and D2 flexion, and extension of LL. + Hot pack + static stretching of the involved muscles.

Other: PNF technique
9 participants will perform PNF techniques followed by a hot pack for 10 minutes and static stretching of the involved muscles with 10 to 30-sec hold and 2 to 4 repetitions as a standard treatment. A total of 45 min sessions three times a week on alternate days for three weeks will be given.

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcome Measures

  1. NPRS for pain [3rd week]

    The Numerical Pain Rating Scale (NPRS) is a subjective measure in which individuals rate their pain on an eleven-point numerical scale. The scale is composed of 0 (no pain at all) to 10 (worst imaginable pain).

  2. Goniometer for range of motion [3rd week]

    It will be used to measure flexion, extension, and lateral flexion of the spine.

  3. SRS-22 questionnaire for quality of life [3rd week]

    It includes five domains: self-image, function, pain, mental health (five questions each), and satisfaction with treatment (two questions) to assess the quality of life with scoliosis.

Eligibility Criteria

Criteria

Ages Eligible for Study:
10 Years to 40 Years
Sexes Eligible for Study:
All
Accepts Healthy Volunteers:
No
Inclusion Criteria:

  • Participants with Lenke curve type 1 scoliosis and other types of scoliotic curve magnitude will be included.

  • Cobb angle 10-30

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Participants with any surgical and traumatic history of spine

  • Participants prescribed with brace treatment

  • Subjects with Non-idiopathic scoliosis

  • Subjects with any systematic disease e.g. (cardiovascular, vestibular, rheumatological, neuromuscular and pulmonary disease)

Contacts and Locations

Locations

Site City State Country Postal Code
1 GOVT EYE-CUM general hospital (THQ), Gojra Gojra Punjab Pakistan 56000

Sponsors and Collaborators

  • Riphah International University

Investigators

  • Principal Investigator: Muhammad Salman Bashir, PhD, Riphah International University

Study Documents (Full-Text)

None provided.

More Information

Publications

Responsible Party:
Riphah International University
ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier:
NCT05404620
Other Study ID Numbers:
  • REC/RCR & AHS/22/0121
First Posted:
Jun 3, 2022
Last Update Posted:
Jun 3, 2022
Last Verified:
May 1, 2022
Individual Participant Data (IPD) Sharing Statement:
No
Plan to Share IPD:
No
Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated Drug Product:
No
Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated Device Product:
No
Keywords provided by Riphah International University
idiopathic scoliosis
schroth method
proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation techniques
Additional relevant MeSH terms:
Scoliosis

Study Results

No Results Posted as of Jun 3, 2022