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NCT Number: NCT06686225

Bowens Technique Versus Mulligan Bent Leg Raise Technique in Kabaddi Players

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

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This study is active but is not currently recruiting participants.

Key information

Conditions

Sports Physical Therapy

Age range

18 year–30 year

Sex eligibility

Male

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

Pakistan Sports Board

Lahore, Punjab Province, 05450, Pakistan

About this study

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.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

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

Treatment and study plan

Bowen's technique.

Other

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

Mulligan bent leg raise technique

Other

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

Primary outcomes

  1. 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.

  2. 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.

  3. 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

  4. 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

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Riphah International University

Other

Registry information

Official study title

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

Important dates

Study start
2024
Primary completion
2024
Study completion
2024
First posted
Nov 13, 2024
Registry last updated
Nov 13, 2024

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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