Contact: +91-9711224068
International Journal of Physical Education, Sports and Health
  • Printed Journal
  • Indexed Journal
  • Refereed Journal
  • Peer Reviewed Journal

P-ISSN: 2394-1685 | E-ISSN: 2394-1693 | CODEN: IJPEJB

2024, Vol. 11, Issue 5, Part C

Effects of cyriax and dry needling on pain, grip strength and functional outcomes in patients with lateral epicondylitis: A randomized controlled trial


Author(s): Samruddhi Tiwari, Dr. Tejas Suryavanshi and Dr. Pankaj Jayswal

Abstract:
Introduction: Lateral epicondylitis is one of the most usual overuse injuries. Studies have shown that the prevalence rate is 1-3% in the general population but incidence increases to 19% between 30-60 years age and is more severe in women than men.
Objective: To compare the effectiveness of Cyriax technique, Dry Needling and Conventional therapy on pain, function, and grip strength in patients with lateral epicondylitis in a duration of 4 weeks.
Methodology: This study design is a randomized controlled trial involving 60 individuals with lateral epicondylitis who were divided into 3 groups. Group 1 received conventional, group 2 received cyriax, and group 3 received dry needling. They were assessed using VAS, patient rated tennis elbow evaluation, and hand dynamometer at baseline and at 4th week post treatment.
Results: There were no significant between-group differences at baseline. After the treatment period, all the groups showed significant improvement in pain, function, and grip strength, but group 3 showed more significant difference in pain and function at baseline and 4th week post treatment comparison.
Conclusion: Dry Needling with conventional treatment is more effective alternative with positive effects on elbow pain, functional capacity, and pain-free, maximum grip strength than cyriax and conventional treatment alone.


Pages: 152-157  |  242 Views  176 Downloads

Download Full Article: Click Here


International Journal of Physical Education, Sports and Health
How to cite this article:
Samruddhi Tiwari, Dr. Tejas Suryavanshi, Dr. Pankaj Jayswal. Effects of cyriax and dry needling on pain, grip strength and functional outcomes in patients with lateral epicondylitis: A randomized controlled trial. Int J Phys Educ Sports Health 2024;11(5):152-157.

Call for book chapter
International Journal of Physical Education, Sports and Health
Journals List Click Here Research Journals Research Journals