List

ABSTRACT

Background of the study: Hamstring is a group of muscle essential for flexion of knee and extension of hip.Hence hamstring flexibility is essential for the activities of Daily Living. Hamstring tightness may decrease the output of a person’s activity.  The purpose of the study is to find the effectiveness of two PNF stretching techniques (Hold Relax and Contract Relax-Antagonist Contract) on improving hamstring flexibility.

Materials and Methods: Samples are randomly selected from the college students and divided in to two equal groups. Each group consists of 15 samples. Group A treated with hold-relax stretching, Group B treated with contract relax antagonist relax stretching. Samples are positioned in supine lying with hip and knee flexed at 90degree. Straps are used for the stabilization of hip and lower extremity. For each group stretching technique was performed 3 times in a week. The total period of experiment was 6 weeks. At the end of each week, the knee extension was measured with the help of universal goniometer.

Result: Both the group have reported increase in hamstring flexibility. Group-Bwith Contract Relax-Antagonist Contract found more effective in improving hamstring flexibility with significant difference of P<0.001.

Conclusion: This study shows that both PNF hold relax and PNF contract relax antagonist contract stretching is effective in improving hamstring flexibility. However PNF contract relax antagonist contract stretching technique was better than PNF hold relax stretching technique in improving the hamstring muscle flexibility.

Keywords: Hamstring flexibility, PNF-Hold Relax, PNF-Contract Relax Antagonist Contract.

  Posts

1 11 12 13 17
March 24th, 2021

Overview of the health profile of the elderly referring to the risks of stroke in the sub-district of Cililitan, Jakarta, Indonesia

Rosintan Milana Napitupulu1, Novlinda Susy Anrianawaty Manurung2 Corresponding author: 1Physiotherapy Program, Faculty of Vocational Studies, Universitas Kristen Indonesia. Mail id: […]

March 24th, 2021

A study to find the effectiveness of iontophoresis with open kinematic chain exercises in pes anserine bursitis in sports persons

Gummadi Ashish1 Coresponding Author: 1Senior Physical therapist, Department of Neurorehabilitation, Institute of Neurosciences, Kolkata, Mail id: ashishgummadi@gmail.com Aim and background of […]

December 14th, 2020

The reality of Covid 19 Pandemic and its implication on Physical activity and Exercise

Amjad Annethattil1, Mirshad Ali2, Ayman Sabbagh3 Coresponding Author 1Physiotherapy Specialist, Qatar Rehabilitation Institute, Qatar, E Mail: amjus2001@yahoo.co.in Co-Authors 2Physiotherapist, Qatar […]

December 14th, 2020

Knowledge and Awareness on Human Papillomavirus Vaccination Among Final Year Nursing and Medical Students in Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia Medical Centre

Rohani Mamat1, Fatimah Ahmedy2 Roziah Arabi3, Noratika Jais4, Nurul Syakila Ismail5, Mazlinda Musa6, Hamidah Hassan7, Siti Fatimah Saat8 Author 1,7,8 […]

December 14th, 2020

The efficacy of intensive simulation airway management training program on the final year nursing in one of health training institutions in Northern Borneo

Mazlinda Musa1, Fidelia Ferderik Anis2, Hamidah Hassan3,  Siti Fatimah Saad4, Farhana Harzila Mohd Bahar5, Rohani Mamat6, Syed Sharizman Syed Abdul […]

December 14th, 2020

Preliminary Development of Assessment Tool of Leadership Style

Siti Fatimah Saat1, Zakira M2, Shariza A R3, Zainah Mohamed4, Hamidah Hassan5,Farhana Harzila Mohd Bahar6 , Syed Sharizman Syed Abdul […]

December 14th, 2020

Burnout and turnover experience: Behind the noble intention in pursuing the Diploma of Nursing program in a Malaysian Institutions of higher learning

Hamidah H.1, Mazlinda   M.2, Rosnah M.3, Azila T.4, Khadijah N@ Roslih.5, Kelvin, J.M.6, NurulIzzatie M.7, Rohani M.8., Siti Fatimah […]

December 14th, 2020

Effects of very early mobilization on motor recovery following acute stroke- A Randomized Control Trial

Beena Oommen1, Sapna Koju2 1, 2 Associate Professor, ManjunathaCollege of Physiotherapy, Chokkanahalli, Hegdenagar, Bangalore Mail id: beena2281@gmail.com                                                                                                       ABSTRACT Background […]

December 14th, 2020

Postpartum contraceptive practice and barriers to its use among mothers from a tertiary hospital in Abuja, Nigeria

Ochala Ejura Jennifer1, Rauf Ibrahim2,Samsiah Mat3, Syed Ali Gulab Jan4 Authors 1Graduate, School of Nursing, MAHSA University, Malaysia, Senior Nursing Officer, […]

December 14th, 2020

A study to find out the prevalence and characteristics of low back ache among caregivers of adults with spinal cord injury

Gummadi Ashish Senior Physical therapist, Department of Neuo-rehabilitation, Institute of Neurosciences, Kolkata, Mail id: ashishgummadi@gmail.com ABSTRACT Back ground: Back pain is common […]