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

May 31, 2022 updated by: Riphah International University

Comparative Effects of Schroth Method and Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation Technique on Pain, Mobility and Quality of Life in Patients With Idiopathic Scoliosis

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.

Study Overview

Status

Not yet recruiting

Conditions

Intervention / Treatment

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 Type

Interventional

Enrollment (Anticipated)

18

Phase

  • Not Applicable

Contacts and Locations

This section provides the contact details for those conducting the study, and information on where this study is being conducted.

Study Locations

  • Pakistan
    • Punjab
      • Gojra, Punjab, Pakistan, 56000
        • GOVT EYE-CUM general hospital (THQ), Gojra
        • Contact:
        • Principal Investigator:
          • Fazila Ramzan, MSPT-OM

Participation Criteria

Researchers look for people who fit a certain description, called eligibility criteria. Some examples of these criteria are a person's general health condition or prior treatments.

Eligibility Criteria

Ages Eligible for Study

10 years to 40 years (Child, Adult)

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

No

Genders Eligible for Study

All

Description

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)

Study Plan

This section provides details of the study plan, including how the study is designed and what the study is measuring.

How is the study designed?

Design Details

  • Primary Purpose: Treatment
  • Allocation: Randomized
  • Interventional Model: Parallel Assignment
  • Masking: Single

Arms and Interventions

Participant Group / 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.

What is the study measuring?

Primary Outcome Measures

Outcome Measure
Measure Description
Time Frame
NPRS for pain
Time Frame: 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).
3rd week
Goniometer for range of motion
Time Frame: 3rd week
It will be used to measure flexion, extension, and lateral flexion of the spine.
3rd week
SRS-22 questionnaire for quality of life
Time Frame: 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.
3rd week

Collaborators and Investigators

This is where you will find people and organizations involved with this study.

Sponsor

Riphah International University

Investigators

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

Publications and helpful links

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General Publications

Study record dates

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Study Major Dates

Study Start (Anticipated)

June 1, 2022

Primary Completion (Anticipated)

January 1, 2023

Study Completion (Anticipated)

January 1, 2023

Study Registration Dates

First Submitted

May 31, 2022

First Submitted That Met QC Criteria

May 31, 2022

First Posted (Actual)

June 3, 2022

Study Record Updates

Last Update Posted (Actual)

June 3, 2022

Last Update Submitted That Met QC Criteria

May 31, 2022

Last Verified

May 1, 2022

More Information

Terms related to this study

Keywords

Additional Relevant MeSH Terms

Other Study ID Numbers

  • REC/RCR & AHS/22/0121

Plan for Individual participant data (IPD)

Plan to Share Individual Participant Data (IPD)?

No

Drug and device information, study documents

Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated drug product

No

Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated device product

No

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