Bowens Technique Versus Mulligan Bent Leg Raise Technique in Kabaddi Players

November 12, 2024 updated by: Riphah International University

Comparative Effects of Bowen's Technique and Mulligan Bent Leg Raise Technique on Range of Motion and Function in Kabaddi Players With Hamstring Tightness

The purpose of this study is to look into how Mulligan's bent leg raise technique and Bowen's technique affect the functional abilities and range of motion of hamstring-tight Kabaddi players. Our goal is to add to the expanding body of knowledge on sports rehabilitation by investigating the efficacy of various interventions and offering evidence-based suggestions for improving the health and performance of Kabaddi participants

Study Overview

Status

Active, not recruiting

Conditions

Intervention / Treatment

Detailed Description

Few studies have been conducted to compare bowen's technique and Mulligan bent leg raise technique kabaddi players to enhance hamstring flexibility. Present study will seek to fill this gap by comparing the effects of Bowen's technique with mulligan bent leg raise technique in enhancing hamstring flexibility and functionality. Moreover, this study would ultimately aid coaches in designing effective training program for kabaddi players.

Study Type

Interventional

Enrollment (Actual)

40

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
      • Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan, 05450
        • Pakistan Sports Board

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

  • Adult

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

No

Description

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Subjects with hamstring tightness.
  • Male
  • Age between 18 to 30 years.
  • 20° to 50° Active knee extension loss with hip in 90° of flexion.
  • Full passive range of motion of knee extension (to rule out knee joint pathology)
  • Subjects willing to participate in the study

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Acute or chronic low back pain
  • Subjects if they have any history of lower extremity injury in past 3 months
  • Any fracture or surgery done for back, pelvis hip or knee.
  • Any neurological symptoms involving prolapsed intervertebral disc or radiating pain.
  • Spinal deformity
  • Any recent abdominal surgery

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: Double

Arms and Interventions

Participant Group / Arm
Intervention / Treatment
Experimental: Bowen's technique
This group will receive 20 mint per session for 6 weeks of bowen's technique with moderate to high intensity of soft tissue mobilization.
Other: Bowen's technique.

This group will receive 20 mint per session for 6 weeks of bowen's technique.

  • Frequency: 3-5 days per week for 6 days
  • Intensity: moderate to high intensity of soft tissue mobilization
  • Time: 20 mints
  • Type: Bowen's technique
Experimental: Bent leg raise technique.
This group will receive 15 mints per session for 6 weeks of mulligan's bent leg raise technique with moderate to high intensity of soft tissue mobilization.
Other: Mulligan bent leg raise technique

This group will receive 15 mints per session for 6 weeks of mulligan's bent leg raise technique.

  • Frequency: 3-5 days per week for 6 days
  • Intensity: moderate to high intensity of soft tissue mobilization
  • Time: 15 mints
  • Type: Mulligan bent leg raise technique

What is the study measuring?

Primary Outcome Measures

Outcome Measure
Measure Description
Time Frame
Active Knee Extension Test
Time Frame: 6 weeks
The test measured the angle of the knee flexion with the help of a goniometer after the active knee extension with the hip stabilized at 90 degrees flexion. The angle of knee flexion represented the hamstring tightness. Each subject was positioned in supine position on the examination table. The lower limb which was not been examined was stabilized across the thigh with a strap. Another strap was used to stabilize the pelvis by placing the strap over the anterosuperior iliac spine. A line was drawn between the fibular head and the lateral malleolus. The angle of knee flexion of the subject was recorded from the goniometer in degrees.
6 weeks
Finger to Floor Test
Time Frame: 6 weeks
The Finger to Floor Test was performed with the subject standing barefoot. The subject was asked to reach the floor with their finger-tips. The distance between the subject's long finger and the floor was measured using a standard measuring tape in centimeter's.
6 weeks
Sit and Reach Test
Time Frame: 6 weeks
The test involved the subjects sitting on the floor with legs stretched out straight ahead. Footwear was removed and the soles of the feet were placed against the wall. Both the knees were locked and pressed flat on the floor. With the palm facing downward, the subject reached forward along the measuring line as far as he could ensure that the hands remain at the same level. The subject was asked to hold the end position for at least 2 seconds while the distance was being measured
6 weeks
Lower extremity functional scale
Time Frame: 6 weeks
The Lower Extremity Functional Scale (LEFS) is a questionnaire containing 20 questions about a person's ability to perform everyday tasks. The LEFS can be used by clinicians as a measure of patients' initial function, ongoing progress and outcome, as well as to set functional goals. The LEFS can be used to evaluate the functional impairment of a patient with a disorder of one or both lower extremities. It can be used to monitor the patient over time and to evaluate the effectiveness of an intervention
6 weeks

Collaborators and Investigators

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

Sponsor

Riphah International University

Investigators

  • Principal Investigator: Muhammad Arslan Aslam Malik, DPT, Riphah International University

Publications and helpful links

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General Publications

Study record dates

These dates track the progress of study record and summary results submissions to ClinicalTrials.gov. Study records and reported results are reviewed by the National Library of Medicine (NLM) to make sure they meet specific quality control standards before being posted on the public website.

Study Major Dates

Study Start (Actual)

April 24, 2024

Primary Completion (Estimated)

November 20, 2024

Study Completion (Estimated)

December 10, 2024

Study Registration Dates

First Submitted

November 12, 2024

First Submitted That Met QC Criteria

November 12, 2024

First Posted (Estimated)

November 13, 2024

Study Record Updates

Last Update Posted (Estimated)

November 13, 2024

Last Update Submitted That Met QC Criteria

November 12, 2024

Last Verified

November 1, 2024

More Information

Terms related to this study

Keywords

Other Study ID Numbers

  • REC/RCR&AHS/24/0432

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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