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.
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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.