A study to find out the Effectiveness of Post isometric Relaxation and Prone hip Extension after psoas major Stretching to Improve the Psoas major Flexibility in Obese Patients – A Comparative Analysis

Author: Murali Sankar K.S.I., Balu. S. , Dhivyadharshini, Sathish Kumar C. and Sam Thamburaj A.

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Abstract

Psoas major, the biggest muscle in the lower lumbar spine, stabilises the hip and spine. The front of the hip hurts from psoas major tightness. Finding a balance between providing enough time for the interventions to have an effect and ensuring practicality for obese patients was a challenge. Lower back discomfort is strongly linked to it. Obese individuals' failure to reach complete hip extension range might be used to assess it. This research examines psoas major flexibility in obese patients after an exercise programme. In obese patients, prone hip extension exercise following psoas major stretching improved hip extension. Two groups of 24 15–24-year-olds were studied. Group A did post-isometric relaxation, whereas Group B did psoas major stretch and prone hip extension. Universal Goniometry measured hip extension range of motion pre- and post-treatment in psoas major flexibility. Obese individuals with enhanced psoas major flexibility improved in post isometric relaxation and prone hip extension following stretching. Compared to post isometric relaxation, psoas major stretching with prone hip extension enhances extension ROM and decreases stiffness in obese individuals. Both methods worked in the investigation. In participants with psoas major tightness, psoas major stretch and prone hip extension enhance flexibility. Pre-post therapies demonstrate quick improvement.

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Prone hip extension, psoas major stretch, post isometric relaxation

Conclusion

In conclusion, this research focused on assessing psoas major flexibility in obese patients after an exercise program aimed at improving hip extension. The psoas major muscle, being the largest muscle in the lower lumbar spine, plays a crucial role in stabilizing the hip and spine. Tightness in the psoas major can lead to pain in the front of the hip and lower back discomfort. Based on the study healthcare professionals working with obese patients, particularly those experiencing psoas major tightness and related hip and lower back discomfort, can consider incorporating psoas major stretching and prone hip extension exercises into their treatment plans.

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Murali Sankar K.S.I., Balu. S., Dhivyadharshini, Sathish Kumar C. and Sam Thamburaj A. (2023). A study to find out the Effectiveness of Post isometric Relaxation and Prone hip Extension after psoas major Stretching to Improve the Psoas major Flexibility in Obese Patients – A Comparative Analysis. Biological Forum – An International Journal, 15(5): 1411-1414.