Effect of Muscle Energy Technique Versus Myofascial Release on Cervical and Lumbar Pain

Effect of Muscle Energy Technique Versus Myofascial Release on Cervical and Lumbar Pain in Premenopausal Women With Fibromyalgia

The aim of the study is to determine the effect of muscle energy technique versus myofascial release on cervical and lumbar pain in premenopausal women with fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia is an idiopathic, non articular pain syndrome with generalized tender points. It is multisystem disease characterized by sleep disturbance and fatigue. It affect 5% of the world population. The incidence is higher in women than in men. And the age is between 30 and 35 years old.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Premenopausal women with fibromyalgia
• Ages ranges between 30 - 45 years old
• Body mass index < 35 kg/m2
• All are medically stable

Exclusion Criteria:

• specific cervical and lumbar pain
• Smokers
• Pregnant women
• Medically unstable
• Postmenopausal women