The goal of this randomized controlled trial was to investigate the effects of kinesio taping and dry needling on sacroiliac joint (SIJ) pain due to piriformis muscle tightness among females aged 20 to 50 years. The main research questions it aimed to answer were: Null Hypothesis (H₀): There was no significant difference in the effectiveness of kinesio taping and dry needling on SIJ pain caused by piriformis muscle tightness. Alternate Hypothesis (H₁): There was a significant difference in the effectiveness of kinesio taping and dry needling on SIJ pain caused by piriformis muscle tightness. All study participants provided both written and verbal consent. The research was prospective and randomized. The investigation was conducted on individuals between the ages of 20 and 50 during follow-up visits. According to the inclusion and exclusion criteria, a total of 45 participants were selected. Subjects who agreed to participate were randomly assigned to two groups. Group A received a hot pack, TENS, piriformis simple stretching and isometric exercises, along with kinesio taping. Group B received a hot pack, TENS, simple stretching and isometric exercises, along with dry needling. Piriformis tightness was diagnosed using the Piriformis test, and by assessing hip internal rotation and adduction. Sacroiliac joint pain was detected using the Posterior Pain Provocation Test, Gaenslen's Test, and Patrick's Test. At the beginning of the treatment, all participants underwent pretest measurements using the Numeric Pain Rating Scale, Goniometer, Functional Gait Assessment, and Oswestry Disability Index.
See this in plain English?
AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.
Numeric Pain Rating Scale (NPRS):
Timeframe: 2 Weeks
Goniometer:
Timeframe: 2 weeks
Functional Gait Assessment (FGA)
Timeframe: 2 weeks
Oswestry Disability Index (ODI):
Timeframe: 2 weeks