To Study the Effectiveness of Butler’s Neural Mobilization Versus Maitland's Spinal Mobilization in Lumbar Radiculopathy
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https://doi.org/10.53555/ejac.v20i1.1153Abstract
Background: Lumbar is a common and debilitating condition characterized by radiating pain, numbness, and functional disability due to nerve root compression or irritation. Maitland Spinal Mobilization (MSM) and Butler’s Neural Mobilization (BNM) are widely used manual therapy techniques to relive symptoms due to nerve compression.. This study aimed to evaluate and compare the efficacy of MSM and BNM in managing lumbar radiculopathy. Methods: A randomized controlled trial was conducted with 30 participants diagnosed with lumbar radiculopathy, randomly assigned to two groups: Group A (MSM) and Group B (BNM). Both groups received their respective manual therapy techniques combined with conventional physiotherapy (hot pack and ultrasound therapy) over ten sessions in two weeks. Pain intensity and functional disability were assessed pre- and post-intervention using the Numeric Pain Rating Scale (NPRS) and Oswestry Disability Index (ODI). Statistical analysis included paired and independent t-tests, with a significance level of p < 0.05. Results: Both groups showed significant reductions in NPRS and ODI scores post-intervention (p < 0.001). However, Group A demonstrated greater improvements in pain intensity and functional disability compared to Group B. Maitland Spinal Mobilization was more effective in reducing joint-related dysfunction, whereas Butler’s Neural Mobilization was effective but less impactful in addressing the symptoms of lumbar radiculopathy. Conclusion: This study shows that Maitland Spinal Mobilization showed superior outcomes, suggesting its prioritization in cases with lumbar radiculopathy.References
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