Comparison of Effectiveness Between Active Release Technique and Hold Relax Technique in Patients With Piriformis Syndrome

Comparison of Effectiveness Between Active Release Technique and Hold Relax Technique in Patients With Piriformis Syndrome

This study is a randomized controlled trial and the purpose of this study is to compare the effects between active release technique and hold relax technique in patients with Piriformis syndrome.

The purpose of this study is to compare the effects between active release technique and hold relax technique in patients with piriformis syndrome pain, range of motion, and functional disability, in adults (age: 25-55 years)

1. Numeric pain rating scale
2. Goniometer
3. Oswestry Disability Questionairre Data will be collected before and after the intervention protocol for each participant.

Data collection procedure: Participants of interest would be approached and explained about the research. Informed written consent will be taken. Pre and post-intervention scores will be recorded.

Inclusion criteria:

• Gender: Both male and female
• Individuals aged 25-55 years
• Tenderness to palpation over sciatic foramen
• Positive FAIR Test.

Exclusion criteria :

• History of hip, pelvic, or Femoral fractures.
• Malignancies.
• Avascular necrosis of Femoral head.
• Inflammatory conditions (e.g. Rheumatoid Arthritis)