International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR)

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India | Mechanics Science | Volume 3 Issue 8, August 2014 | Pages: 450 - 453


The Effect of Extension Based Treatment Technique in McKenzies Derangement Syndrome on Recruitment of Multifidus and Endurance of Back Extensor Muscles

Ajit Dabholkar, Linda Raphy

Abstract: The McKenzie method is a good active therapy option that includes both exercises and education for the treatment of patients with CLBP Methodology: 22 subjects with CLBP underwent McKenzie extension exercises for CLBP. Intervention program was carried out for 2 weeks, 8 sessions. Outcome measures evaluated were Rolland-Morris Low Back Pain and Disability Questionnaire, Modified Oswestry Low Back Pain Questionnaire, to test for endurance and recruitment of mutifidus was assessed. Conclusions: Extension based treatment program in McKenzie's derangement syndrome improves the recruitment of multifidus on the affected side, improves the endurance of back extensor muscles and reduced disability.

Keywords: Chronic low back pain, derangement syndrome, McKenzie extension exercises, multifidus, endurance

How to Cite?: Ajit Dabholkar, Linda Raphy, "The Effect of Extension Based Treatment Technique in McKenzies Derangement Syndrome on Recruitment of Multifidus and Endurance of Back Extensor Muscles", Volume 3 Issue 8, August 2014, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 450-453, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=2015242, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/2015242


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