Comparative Effects of Spencer Muscle Energy Technique Versus Post Facilitation Stretch Among Fast Bowlers

Comparative Effects of Spencer Muscle Energy Technique Versus Post Facilitation Stretch on Pain, Range of Motion, and Functional Disability Among Fast Bowlers With Shoulder Pain

This study compares the effectiveness of Spencer Muscle Energy Technique and Post Facilitation Stretch in reducing shoulder pain in 32 fast bowlers aged 18-35. Participants will receive treatment three times a week for four weeks. Pain, shoulder mobility, and functional ability will be measured before and after the intervention to identify the more effective technique

This randomized clinical trial aims to compare the effectiveness of the Spencer Muscle Energy Technique and Post Facilitation Stretch in treating shoulder pain among fast bowlers. A total of 32 fast bowlers aged 18-35 years with chronic shoulder pain will be recruited from the Pakistan Sports Board, Lahore. Participants will be randomly divided into two groups, each receiving one of the two treatments three times a week for four weeks, preceded by hot pack application. Pain, shoulder range of motion, and functional disability will be assessed before and after the intervention using the Visual Analogue Scale, inclinometer, and Quick-DASH questionnaire. The study seeks to determine which technique offers better outcomes for managing shoulder pain in fast bowlers.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Fast bowlers

  • Both male and female.
  • aged 18-35 years.
  • Stiff painful shoulder joint for at least 3 months.
  • Willingness to participate in the study and provide informed consent.

Exclusion Criteria:

• ● Rotator cuff tears.

  • Rheumatoid and gouty arthritis.
  • Tumors of the shoulder region.
  • Reflex sympathetic dystrophy of the shoulder.
  • Thoracic outlet syndrome, peripheral nerve injuries, shoulder girdle fractures, dislocations.