Muscle energy technique versus ischemic compression for plantar fasciitis

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Effect of muscle energy technique versus ischemic
compression on pain and disability in patients with
planter fasciitis
Ashutosh Mundhava
International Journal of Physiology, Nutrition and Physical Education 2020; 5(2): 165-169

Background: Plantar fascia acts as a truss, maintaining the medial longitudinal arch of foot & assists
during gait cycle, facilitates shock absorption during weight bearing activities. Plantar fasciitis is a
common musculoskeletal condition that present with heel pain. Many treatment options are available that
demonstrate variable levels of efficacy. Conservative therapies include rest and avoidance of potentially
aggravating activities, stretching and strengthening exercises. Previous studies have reported that
stretching of the calf musculature and the plantar fascia are effective management strategies for plantar
fasciitis. However, it is unclear whether Muscle energy technique and Ischemic compression also can
improve the outcomes.
Aim & Objective: To find the effect of Muscle energy technique versus Ischemic compression on pain
and disability in patients with plantar fasciitis.
Method: 30 participants were allocated to the Muscle energy technique (n=15) and Ischemic
compression (n=15). Both group received conventional exercise. The treatment was given 10 sessions for
2 weeks and the readings were taken on VAS for pain and FFI for functional disability.
Result: While applying Wilcoxon Signed Rank Test within the group, in Group A (Muscle energy
technique) and Group B (Ischemic compression). Both group showing significant improvement in post
intervention (P<0.05). While applying Mann Whitney U test in-between groups Group A versus Group B
there is no statistical difference in-between groups (P>0.05).
Conclusion: The study shows that both the Technique Muscle energy Technique and Ischemic
compression were individually effective in improving the flexibility and strength. While comparing both
the technique there is no significant difference present in between the groups.
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