Comparing two gentle therapies for piriformis syndrome in women
Part of Brain & nervous system, Pain clinical trials.
This trial tests two hands-on treatments (Facilitated Positional Release and Manual Myofascial Release) to see which works better for women with piriformis syndrome. If you're a woman aged 25–50 with buttock or hip pain for at least 2 months, this study might help you find relief.
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Who can take part
- You must be female
- Aged between 25 and 50 years old
- You have piriformis syndrome (buttock/hip pain) diagnosed by a doctor
- Your pain has lasted at least 2 months
- You must not have back problems like nerve pain from the spine, a fracture, recent back injury, or hip arthritis
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