Stretching showdown: which technique eases piriformis pain best?
NCT ID NCT07255053
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested two stretching techniques—Post-Isometric Relaxation and Post-Facilitation Stretching—in 36 adults with piriformis syndrome, a condition that causes buttock pain and limits hip movement. Participants did the exercises three times a week for four weeks. Researchers measured pain, hip range of motion, and daily function to see which method works better.
What this could mean
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Active substance
stretching exercises (Post-Isometric Relaxation and Post-Facilitation Stretching)
What this could lead to
If one technique proves better, it could give doctors a simple, drug-free way to reduce pain and improve hip movement in people with piriformis syndrome.
What could go wrong
This is a small, single-site trial with only 36 participants. Results may not apply to everyone, and the benefit over standard care is uncertain.
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Conditions
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Locations
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The University of Faisalabad
Faisalābad, Punjab Province, 38000, Pakistan