Comparative Study of Muscle Energy Technique and Mckenzie Therapy in Individuals with Chronic Low Back Pain

Abstract

Background: The frequency, rate and discrepancies in diagnosing and managing system of LBP encourage the continuous seeking of the extra environment and friendly cure .Treatment Incorporation of the particulars gained with different management policies for complete plan for individuals seems to be relatedby tremendous results. Objective(s): To determine the comparative effects of Muscle Energy Technique and McKenzie therapy in three groups of patient with chronic low back pain Methodology: This randomized control trial study included 48 males and females participants with chronic (LBP) low back pain. Patients were assessed prior to the interventions and then divided into three groups (16 persons each). Group1 received Muscle Energy Technique and McKenzie method, Group 2 treated with Muscle Energy Technique and Group 3 with McKenzie therapy. TENS transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulations were applied to all groups. Each of 3 therapeutics protocols was included 10 sessions throughout a 2-week period. Results: McKenzie approach combined with MET had the best therapeutic results. Application of McKenzie therapy, both alone and mixed with MET, was linked with a noteworthy decline in (MODI) and major improvement of pain (NPR). The outcomes showed that there was considerable difference among three groups with p value <0.05.Combined group (MET plus McKenzie therapy) displayed significant results with mean value of pain 2.58±1.01 and mean valve of function 18.38±11.46. Conclusion(s): McKenzie approach enriched with Muscle Energy Technique (MET) efficiently applied in the remedy of CLBP. The utilization of the mutual therapy (McKenzie Therapy + Muscle Energy Technique) put forth significant results on outcomes, quality of life improved and intensity of experienced pain.

Keywords

• low back pain, mckenzie method, muscle energy technique.