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VOL. 7, ISSUE 1 (2022)
Effectiveness of telerehabilitation in plantar fasciitis: Pilot study
Authors
Nidhi Sharma, Zaki Anwer
Abstract
Background: Plantar Fasciitis is a commonest among on musculoskeletal disorder. It is present in wide range of individuals and creates significant burden to quality of life and participation in the physical activity. Objective: To determine the effectiveness of exercises through tele-rehabilitation in plantar fasciitis. Methodology: Total 10 participants diagnosed with plantar-fasciitis were included in the study according to the inclusion criteria. They were randomly allocated into two groups as group A and group B by random method. Each group consisted of 5 participants. Experimental group received exercises using the tele-rehabilitation through social media and control group received exercises in conventional mode. Both the groups received intervention for two weeks daily. The outcome measures used in the study were foot ankle disability index (FADI) and patient specific functional scale (PSFS), Numerical pain rating scale was assessed before the intervention at the 6th day and on the 12th day respectively. Results: When intragroup comparison was done both the groups showed statistically significant improvement in the FADI, PSFS and NPRS at the 6th day and 12th day of the intervention. But between the intergroup group Comparison showed non- significant difference of FADI, PSFS and NPRS score. Conclusion: The study revealed that both tele-rehabilitation as well as conventional mode of treatment were Effective on pain and function in individuals with plantar fasciitis. Individuals treated with tele-rehabilitation showed significantly more relief in plantar fasciitis on outcomes measures FADI, NPRS and PSFS compared to individuals treated with conventional method.
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Pages:30-34
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Nidhi Sharma, Zaki Anwer "Effectiveness of telerehabilitation in plantar fasciitis: Pilot study ". International Journal of Yoga, Physiotherapy and Physical Education, Vol 7, Issue 1, 2022, Pages 30-34
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