Effects of Soft Tissue Mobilization Versus Myofascial Release Technique on Low Back Pain and Disability in Post-Partum Females After Caesarean Section STM vs MFR for Postpartum Low Back Pain
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Background: Postpartum females who undergo cesarean section often experience low back pain (LBP) and disability. Effective management of these symptoms is crucial for enhancing recovery and quality of life.
Objective: To evaluate and compare the effects of soft tissue mobilization (STM) and myofascial release therapy (MFR) on LBP and disability in postpartum females after cesarean section.
Methods: A randomized clinical trial was conducted with 24 postpartum females who underwent cesarean sections. Participants were randomly assigned to two groups: Group A received STM, and Group B received MFR. Both interventions were administered twice weekly for three weeks. Pain and disability were assessed at baseline, six weeks, and twelve weeks post-intervention using the Numeric Pain Rating Scale (NPRS) and Oswestry Disability Index (ODI). Data were analyzed using SPSS version 25, with significance set at p < 0.05.
Results: Group B (MFR) demonstrated a significantly greater reduction in NPRS scores (1.09 ± 1.04) and ODI scores (6.54 ± 7.70) compared to Group A (STM) with NPRS scores (4.27 ± 0.90) and ODI scores (22.36 ± 12.20) (p < 0.05).
Conclusion: MFR was more effective than STM in reducing LBP and disability in postpartum females following cesarean section.
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