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Patted, Shobhana
- Effect of Knee Chest Position in Primary Dysmenorrhea- A Randomized Controlled Trial
Authors
1 OBG Physiotherapy, Institute of Physiotherapy, KLE University, Belgaum, IN
2 Institute of Physiotherapy, KLE University, Belgaum, IN
3 OBG Department, J.N. Medical College, KLE University, Belgaum, IN
Source
Indian Journal of Physiotherapy & Occupational Therapy-An International Journal, Vol 7, No 3 (2013), Pagination: 40-44Abstract
Background and objectives: Dysmenorrhea is a painful symptom that accompanies the menstrual cycles. Although exercise is generally thought to alleviate the symptoms of menstrual pain the scientific literature displays mixed evidence. The main objective of this research was to determine the effect of knee chest position on primary dysmenorrhea.Materials and method: 30 female participants were recruited from KLE's Institute of Physiotherapy, Belgaum and randomly allocated to control and experimental group after obtaining an informed consent and clearance from the institutional ethical committee. Visual analogue scale (VAS) and Moos menstrual distress questionnaire (MMDQ) were used as primary and secondary outcome measures. Control group received hot moist pack for 10 mins and the experimental group received hot moist pack (HMP) for 10 mins and knee chest position for 10 repetitions with 20 seconds hold. The intervention was carried out for 2 days beginning from the first day of menses. Outcome measures were documented using VAS on both the days pre intervention and post intervention and MMDQ on 1st day pre intervention and 2nd day post intervention respectively.
Results: The results showed statistically significant reduction in VAS and MMDQ scores in the experimental group when compared to the control group with p
Conclusion: Intervention with Knee chest position can be used in conjunction with HMP for reducing pain and menstrual distress in primary dysmenorrhea.
Keywords
Primary Dysmenorrhea, Visual Analogue Scale, Moos Menstrual Distress Questionnaire, Knee Chest Position
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- Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction during Pregnancy - A Multimodality Physiotherapeutic Approach
Authors
1 KLE University’s Institute of Physiotherapy, Belgaum, IN
2 Dept. of OBG, KLE University, Belgaum, IN
Source
Indian Journal of Physiotherapy & Occupational Therapy-An International Journal, Vol 6, No 1 (2012), Pagination: 1-4Abstract
Background and Objectives
Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction (SPD) is a common complication of pregnancy and childbirth, characterized by stiffness or excessive movement of the symphysis pubis associated with pain centered on the joint at the front of the pelvis, possibly because of a misalignment of the pelvis resulting in pain and functional limitation. The present study was aimed to evaluate the effect of a multimodality physiotherapeutic approach in pregnancy induced SPD.
Material and Methods
recruited after obtaining an informed consent and clearance from the institutional ethical committee. Physiotherapy intervention included cryotherapy, transcutaneous electric nerve stimulation, elevator exercises for pelvic floor strengthening, postural correction and stabilization of symphysis pubis by trochanteric belt along with modification of activities of daily living (ADL) for 5 days. Outcome measures were documented using visual analog scale (VAS) on 1st day pre intervention, 3rd and 5th day post intervention and Modified Oswestry Disability Questionnaire (MODQ) on 1st day pre intervention and 5th day post intervention respectively.
Results
The data was analyzed using Wilcoxon signed ranked test and z test. There was significant decrease in VAS scores on day 1, day 3 and day 5 (p=.000). MODQ scores significantly decreased on 5th day post intervention (p=0.000).
Conclusion
A multimodality physiotherapeutic approach has shown to decrease pain and improve functional outcome in pregnancy induced SPD.
Keywords
Pregnancy, SPD, Multimodality Physiotherapy, VAS, MODQ- Inspiratory Muscle Training Using Deep Breathing Exercises and Incentive Spirometer on Lung Function in Immediate Post Partum Mothers
Authors
1 Department of Pulmonary Medicine, KLE University, Belgaum, IN
2 Institute of Physiotherapy, KLE University, Belgaum, IN
3 Department of OBG, KLE University, Belgaum, IN
Source
Indian Journal of Physiotherapy & Occupational Therapy-An International Journal, Vol 8, No 2 (2014), Pagination: 38-42Abstract
Objective: Immediate postpartum period imposes both abdominal weakness due to caesarean section along with week abdominal wall muscles due to sustained stretch and reduced thoracic expansion. Patients undergoing caesarean section have been reported to develop pulmonary dysfunction with reduced vital capacity for at least a week postoperatively. The study aimed to evaluate the effect of inspiratory muscle training using incentive spirometer and deep breathing exercises on lung functions in immediate postpartum mothers with caesarean section.
Design: A randomized controlled trial.
Method: 60 postpartum women with caesarean section were recruited. 30 in control group received diaphragmatic breathing exercises&30 in experimental group received diaphragmatic breathing exercises and inspiratory muscle training with incentive spirometer. Pre and post intervention values of FEV1 and incentive spirometer reading and abdominal strength were taken as outcome measures.
Results: The pre and post inter group comparison of FEV1 and incentive spirometer reading showed statistically significant improvement in experimental group as compared to control group with p<0.05. However no significant difference was seen in abdominal muscle strength in both the groups.
Conclusion: The study concludes that inspiratory muscle training using incentive spirometer along with diaphragmatic breathing improves lung functions in immediate postpartum women with caesarean section, which can help in early return to functional activities.