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ArticleCureus2024

Effect of Neuromuscular Training and Neurodynamic Solutions for Asymptomatic Prolapsed Intervertebral Disc and Coexisting Piriformis Syndrome in a 19-Year-Old: A Comprehensive Case Report.

Prajyot Ankar, Grisha R Ratnani, Swapnil U Ramteke, Pratik R Jaiswal

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Article in Cureus, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. It is linked to trial NCT06808659 (Comparative Effects of Neural Mobilization of Sciatic Nerve Versus Stretching Among Patients With Piriformis Syndrome), which is not on this map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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Comparative Effects of Neural Mobilization of Sciatic Nerve Versus Stretching Among Patients With Piriformis Syndrome

TypeinterventionalSponsorBahria UniversityRan2018 to 2018Enrolled40ConditionsPiriformis SyndromeArmsNeural Mobilization, Stretching
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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

4 authors at 1 institution in 1 country.

Prajyot AnkarSports Physiotherapy, Ravi Nair Physiotherapy College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND.
Grisha R RatnaniSports Physiotherapy, Ravi Nair Physiotherapy College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND.
Swapnil U RamtekeSports Physiotherapy, Ravi Nair Physiotherapy College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND.
Pratik R JaiswalSports Physiotherapy, Ravi Nair Physiotherapy College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND.
Datta Meghe Institute of Medical Sciences · IN

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

This case study examines the treatment journey of a 19-year-old male who presented with bilateral buttock pain, lower limb weakness, and instability caused by piriformis syndrome and asymptomatic Prolapsed intervertebral disc (PIVD) herniation. The intervention strategy was guided by clinical assessments, including neurological and musculoskeletal evaluations, as well as confirmatory magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) findings. The patient's treatment plan adopted a comprehensive approach that incorporated neuromuscular training and neurodynamic solutions. The former focused on strengthening the core and lower limb muscles to correct biomechanical imbalances associated with piriformis syndrome. Concurrently, neurodynamic solutions, such as targeted stretching and mobilization exercises, were employed to alleviate sciatic nerve compression related to asymptomatic PIVD. The results demonstrated significant improvement in symptoms, highlighting the effectiveness of the individualized rehabilitation program. This case report underscores the success of a multifaceted approach in addressing the intricate interaction between muscular and neural components in piriformis syndrome and asymptomatic PIVD. However, further research is necessary to validate the broader applicability of this combined therapeutic strategy.

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neurodynamic solutionsneuromuscular trainingpiriformis syndromeprolapsed intervertebral discrehabilitationsciatica

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PMID38410291
PMCPMC10896010
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