| Jibi Paul1, Jerrish A. Jose2 Corresponding author: 1Professor and HOD, Department of Physiotherapy, Travancore College of Allied Health Sciences,Travancore Medicity Campus, Mylapore, Thattamala , Kollam, Kerala, India. Mail id: physiojibi@gmail.com Co Author: 2MPT- Graduate, Florence College of Physiotherapy, Kalyannagar, Bangalore, Karnataka, India |
Abstract
| Background of the study: Plantar Fasciitis is an inflammation caused by excessive stretching of the plantar fascia1. The plantar fascia is a broad band of fibrous tissue which runs along the bottom surface of the foot, attaching at the bottom of the heel bone and extending to the forefoot2. Plantar heel pain is a common problem in adults. Objective of the study is tocompare the effectiveness of trigger point therapy technique Vs sustained stretching to triceps suare given as an adjunct to conventional physiotherapy. Methodology: Total 30 patients satisfying the criteria were divided into two groups, of which 15 were females and 12 were males and age range between 35 to 45 years. By using non-probability convenient sampling method patients were divided into two groups, Group- A and Group – B the patients were selected based on inclusion and exclusion criteria. Group A treated with Sustained Manual Stretching and Group B with Trigger point therapy. Result: In comparison of outcome between two groups, shows a significant difference in improvement on ROM with P value of <0.0.001, VAS with P value of 0.0.012 and Foot Pronation Ankle with P value of 0.001. Conclusion: The study provides trigger point therapy as an effective treatment for chronic plantar fasciitis by improving flexibility of ankle dorsiflexion range of motion and pain reduction. In this context trigger point therapy is to be considered as an essential component of treatment for chronic plantar fasciitis. This technique is cost effective and can easily be applied in clinical set up. Keywords: Trigger Point Therapy, Stretching, Plantar Fasciitis, triceps suare |
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