Indian Journal of Physiotherapy & Occupational Therapy-An International Journal

Open Access Open Access  Restricted Access Subscription Access
Open Access Open Access Open Access  Restricted Access Restricted Access Subscription Access

Comparative effectiveness of Active Release Technique and Rolfing Soft Tissue Manipulation in Normal Subjects with Hamstring Tightness - A Randomised Clinical Trial


Affiliations
1 KLE University's Institute of Physiotherapy, Belgaum, India
     

   Subscribe/Renew Journal


Study Design: A randomized clinical trial.

Objective: To investigate the effects of Active release Technique and Rolfing Structural Integration on hamstring tightness.

Method: 40 subjects with age group of 18-25 years and having hamstring tightness diagnosed by criteria of limited extension range of less than 60 degrees determined by Active knee extension method were selected and were randomly assigned into 2 groups. Group A was given Active Release Technique. Group B was given Rolfing Structural Integration. Assessment taken pre and post intervention. The primary outcome measures were Popliteal angle and Sit and Reach test.

Result: The data analysis and statistical inference showed that both the interventions had successful results in reducing hamstring tightness in terms of reducing Popliteal angle and increasing the Sit And Reach Test. Active Release Technique showed greater improvements in terms of reduction in Popliteal angle as compared to Rolfing Structural Integration.

Conclusion: Active Release Technique and Rolfing Structural Integration are effective in reducing hamstring tightness in terms of Popliteal angle and Sit And Reach Test but Active Release Technique showed better improvement as compared to Rolfing in terms of Popliteal angle.


Keywords

Rolfing, Active Release Technique, Hamstring Tightness
Subscription Login to verify subscription
User
Notifications
Font Size


  • Alan K. Stretching and flexibility. Health News, Features & Webcasts.2002; Retrieved May 27, fromhttp:www.sciencedaily.com/health/feed= features & category = fitness & article = fitness stretching flexibility.

  • American College of Sports Medicine: The recommended quantity & quality of exercise for developing & maintaining cardiopulmonary and muscular fitness and flexibility in healthy adults. Med.S.G.Sports Exercise.1998; 30: 975-991.

  • Joseph H. Biomechanical basis of human movement. 2nd edition. USA: Williams and Wilkins ; 2003.

  • Vivian HH: Human kinetics: Advanced fitness assessment and exercise prescription. 2nd edition; 2007.

  • Oatis C A. Kinesiology: The mechanics and pathomechanics of human movement. Philadelphia: Lippincott Williams and Wilkins; 2004.

  • Abelson Brian, Abelson K. Release your pain. Resolving repetitive strain injuries with active release technique. Rowan Tree books limited; 2006.

  • Cottingham JT: Healing through touch: a history and review of the physiological evidence. Rolf Institute: Boulder, Colo; 1985.

  • Rolf IP: Structural Integration: A contribution to the understanding of stress. Confin Psychiatr. 1973; 16(2):69.

  • Leahy P M. Active Release Techniques. LLP: Colorado Springs; 1996.

  • Rolf IP. Rolfing: The integration of human structures. Santa Monica, Calif: Dennis-Landman Publications; 1977.

  • Mackenzie B. Sit and Reach test. (2000). Available from http:www.brianmac.co.uk/sitreach.htm.

  • Watkins MA, Riddle DL, Lamb RL, et al. Reliability of goniometric measurements and visual estimates of knee range of motion obtained in a clinical setting. Phys Ther 1991;71:90

  • Coughlin P: Principles and Practice of Manual Therapeutics; Churchill Livingstone.

  • Oschman JL: Reading on the scientific basis of bodywork, Dover, NH, 1997, Nature’s Own Research Association.

  • Cottingham JT , Maitland JA: Three-paradigm treatment model using soft tissue mobilisation and guided movement awareness techniques for a patient with chronic low back pain: a case study, J Orthop Sports Phys Ther. 1997; 26:155.

  • Deutsch J, Derr LL, Judd P, Reuven B. Treatment of chronic pain through the use of Structural Integration (Rolfing) Orthopedic Physical Therapy Clinics of North America 2000; 9(3): 411-427

  • James H, Castaneda L, Miller MM, Findley T. Rolfing structural integration treatment of cervical spine dysfunction. Journal of Bodywork Movement Therapy, 2008.

  • Findley T, Quigley K, Maney M, Chaudhry H, Agbaje I. Improvement in balance with Structural Integration (Rolfing): a controlled case series in persons with myofascial pain. (Poster 147) American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, October 9, 2004, Phoenix, Arizona. Arch Phys Med Rehabil 2004; 85(9): E34.

  • Improvement in balance with Structural Integration (Rolfing): A controlled case series in persons with myofascial pain. American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, October 9, 2004, Phoenix Arizona. Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation 85(9):e34, Sep 2004.

  • Le Viet D, et al. Trigger Finger treatment by ulnar slip resection. J Hand Surg 2004; 29(4):368-373.

  • Oliveira-Campelo NM, Rubens-Rebelatto J, Martin-Vallejo FJ et al. The immediate effects of atlanto-occipital joint manipulation and suboccipital muscle inhibition technique on active mouth opening and pressure pain sensitivity over latent myofascial trigger points in masticatory muscles. J. Orthop Sports Phys Ther. 2010; 40(5) : 310-7.

  • Andrew Robb. Immediate effect on pain thresholds using Active release technique on adductor strains: Pilot study. Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies. January 2011; 15(1):457-62.

  • James W. George. The effects of active release technique on carpal tunnel patients. Journal of Chiropractic Medicine. 2006; 5(4):119-122.


Abstract Views: 1297

PDF Views: 0




  • Comparative effectiveness of Active Release Technique and Rolfing Soft Tissue Manipulation in Normal Subjects with Hamstring Tightness - A Randomised Clinical Trial

Abstract Views: 1297  |  PDF Views: 0

Authors

Shlesha Shah
KLE University's Institute of Physiotherapy, Belgaum, India
Vijay Kage
KLE University's Institute of Physiotherapy, Belgaum, India

Abstract


Study Design: A randomized clinical trial.

Objective: To investigate the effects of Active release Technique and Rolfing Structural Integration on hamstring tightness.

Method: 40 subjects with age group of 18-25 years and having hamstring tightness diagnosed by criteria of limited extension range of less than 60 degrees determined by Active knee extension method were selected and were randomly assigned into 2 groups. Group A was given Active Release Technique. Group B was given Rolfing Structural Integration. Assessment taken pre and post intervention. The primary outcome measures were Popliteal angle and Sit and Reach test.

Result: The data analysis and statistical inference showed that both the interventions had successful results in reducing hamstring tightness in terms of reducing Popliteal angle and increasing the Sit And Reach Test. Active Release Technique showed greater improvements in terms of reduction in Popliteal angle as compared to Rolfing Structural Integration.

Conclusion: Active Release Technique and Rolfing Structural Integration are effective in reducing hamstring tightness in terms of Popliteal angle and Sit And Reach Test but Active Release Technique showed better improvement as compared to Rolfing in terms of Popliteal angle.


Keywords


Rolfing, Active Release Technique, Hamstring Tightness

References