Hold-relax PNF is more effective than unilateral lumbar mobilization on increasing hamstring flexibility: A randomized clinical trial

Sbardelotto, Gabriel Augusto Elesbão Bernardes; Weisshahn, Nícolas Kickhofel; Benincá, Inaihá Laureano; Estéfani, Daniela de; Lima, Kelly Mônica Marinho e; Haupenthal, Alessandro

doi:10.1016/j.jbmt.2022.04.003

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“…Decreased flexibility may cause muscle contraction and joint dysfunction, which restricts range of motion (ROM). Subjects with muscle tightness may perform less well in daily activities and sports 6 .…”

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Comparison of the effectiveness of static stretching and hold relax technique on hamstring flexibility - A Randomized Control trial

Nazir¹,

Naz²,

Ilyas³

et al. 2022

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Aim: In order to manage discomfort and increase range of motion, this study compared the effectiveness of static stretching versus the hold-relax approach on hamstring flexibility. Study design: The study design was Randomized Controlled Trial (RCT). Place & duration: This study was conducted in Physiotherapy Department and Rehabilitation center at Mayo Hospital Lahore.The duration of study was 4 months after approval of synopsis. Methodology: In ‘group A’ Static stretching is applied while in ‘group B’ Hold Relax technique of PNF was applied, while in ‘group C’ conventional physiotherapy was applied. Allocation of patients in two groups had done by computerized generated list. All groups will also receive conventional therapy, which will remain same throughout the study. The conventional therapy will include: Heating pad for 15 minutes, Hamstring isometric exercises, Ankle pumps exercise, Hamstring self-stretches [toe touching while standing or long sitting].Group A will receive static stretching for hamstring muscles while group B will receive PNF hold relax technique, group C will be benefited by the conventional physiotherapy. Treatment frequency will be 3 times a week. The duration of treatment will be 2 weeks in both groups. Results: Pair 1 had shown that the pre and post treatment comparison of Numeric pain rating scale mean score of pair 1 of group A before treatment was 7.5±1.083 which improved to 5.5±1.56. Pre and post treatment comparison of pair 2 of group B had showed that mean score before treatment was 7.6± 1.23 which was improved to 2.2±1.48. Pair 3 of group C improved from 8.3±0.778 to 4.8±1.02. Conclusion: The findings of this study led to the conclusion that static stretching is superior to the hold-relax strategy for treating hamstring stiffness. It lessens pain and enhances muscle function and flexibility. Keywords: Hold relax technique, hamstrings flexibility, static stretching

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Comparison of the effectiveness of static stretching and hold relax technique on hamstring flexibility - A Randomized Control trial

Nazir¹,

Naz²,

Ilyas³

et al. 2022

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Foam rolling and stretching do not provide superior acute flexibility and stiffness improvements compared to any other warm-up intervention: A systematic review with meta-analysis

Warneke,

Plöschberger,

Lohmann

et al. 2024

Journal of Sport and Health Science

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Comparison of Patient Satisfaction and Quality of Life Among Post-elbow Fracture Stiffness Patients Undergoing Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation Stretching vs. Passive Stretching

Javeria,

Jawad,

Muhammad Faizan

et al. 2023

J Nov Physiother Rehabil

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Background: Post-fracture prolonged immobilization or post-operative elbow stiffness is relatively common and markedly interferes with normal upper extremity function. This study aims to evaluate and compare the levels of patient satisfaction and quality of life in individuals with post-elbow fracture stiffness who undergo Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) stretching versus those who receive passive stretching. Methodology: This (six months) analytical comparative cross-sectional study was conducted at various healthcare institutions. The sample consisted of 377 patients using non-probability convenient sampling. Inclusion criteria included specific types of elbow fractures, a minimum immobilization period of three weeks, and limited range of motion (ROM). Exclusion criteria covered various medical and psychological conditions. Standardized questionnaires Short Form 36 Health Survey Questionnaire (SF-36) and Patient Satisfaction Questionnaire (PSQ-18) were used for measuring Quality of life and patient satisfaction. Data analysis was done using SPSS version 22. Results: Short Form 36 Health Survey Questionnaire scores were significantly higher in the PNF Stretching group (mean 82.34 ± 6.63) compared to the Passive Stretching group (mean 63.98 ± 14.42), with a p - value of 0.000. Similarly, Patient satisfaction questionnaire scores were significantly higher in the PNF Stretching group (mean 77.61 ± 4.43) compared to the Passive Stretching group (mean 70.93 ± 8.49), with a p - value of 0.000. These findings indicate that there is a statistically significant difference observed between the two groups. Conclusion: There is a statistically significant difference observed between both groups as the patients undergoing PNF stretching have higher satisfaction and better quality of life, in comparison to the passive stretching group.

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Hold-relax PNF is more effective than unilateral lumbar mobilization on increasing hamstring flexibility: A randomized clinical trial

Cited by 3 publications

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Comparison of the effectiveness of static stretching and hold relax technique on hamstring flexibility - A Randomized Control trial

Comparison of the effectiveness of static stretching and hold relax technique on hamstring flexibility - A Randomized Control trial

Foam rolling and stretching do not provide superior acute flexibility and stiffness improvements compared to any other warm-up intervention: A systematic review with meta-analysis

Comparison of Patient Satisfaction and Quality of Life Among Post-elbow Fracture Stiffness Patients Undergoing Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation Stretching vs. Passive Stretching

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