Changes in Pain, Muscle Strength and Flexibility according to Pinch Lift and Rubbing Manual Therapy and Stretching Application for Low Back Pain

Abstract

Purpose: This research was implemented for men in their thirties who have lower back pain to observe general activity disorder patterns during pinch lift and rubbing manual therapy (PMT) and stretching application. Methods: Participants were divided into three groups: The PMT Group used applied pinch lift and rubbing manual therapy; the STR Group used applied stretching; and the CON Group was the control group. Participants for each group received treatments that were conducted three times a week for a total five weeks. Measures of pain utilized Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) [INCOMPLETE SENTENCE]. Results: There were significant differences between the PMT Group and the CON Group as well as the STR Group and the CON Group for pain, muscle strength and flexibility. There was a significant difference in pain between the PMT Group and the STR Group. Conclusion: As a result, it is inferred that PMT and stretching positively influenced recovery with regards to pain, muscle strength and flexibility relief; however PMT is more effective for pain relief than stretching.

Effects of a static stretch using a load on low back pain patients with shortened tensor fascia lata

“…To effectively treat low back pain, reducing pain and increasing strength and flexibility are important ( Rainville et al, 2004 ). The application of stretching to the lumbar and leg muscles is known to alleviate low back pain and help restoration ( Paek et al, 2014 ). Among them, the stretching of the tensor fascia lata has been reported to improve the range of motion of the hip joint and pelvis and relieve low back pain ( Kippers and Parker, 1987 ).…”

“… Sahrmann (2002) reported that most low back pain would be relieved if the trunk muscles were controlled and the flexibility of the lower extremities was increased. Paek et al (2014) reported that stretching and pinch lift and rubbing manual therapies applied to patient with lower back pain were effective for muscle strengthening, pain relief, and flexibility. The result of this study also showed that the application of stretching using a load on the tensor fascia lata connected from the pelvis to the lower extremity increased flexibility.…”