Clifford, C., Paul, L., Syme, G. and Millar, N. L. (2019) Isometric versus isotonic exercise for greater trochanteric pain syndrome: a randomised controlled pilot study. BMJ Open Sport and Exercise Medicine, 5(1), e000558. (doi: 10.1136/bmjsem-2019-000558) (PMID:31673402) (PMCID:PMC6797310)
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Abstract
Objectives: Greater trochanteric pain syndrome (GTPS) is a common cause of lateral hip pain. Limited evidence exists for the effectiveness of exercise for GTPS. This study aimed to compare the effectiveness of isometric and isotonic exercise for individuals with GTPS. Methods: This randomised controlled pilot trial recruited 30 participants with GTPS. Both programmes consisted of daily, progressive home exercise for 12 weeks with 8 individual physiotherapy sessions over the trial period. The primary outcome measure was the Victorian Institute of Sport Assessment-Gluteal (VISA-G) and secondary outcome measures included the Numeric Pain Rating Scale (0–10) and an 11-point Global Rating of Change Scale. Outcome measures were assessed at baseline, 4 and 12 weeks. Results: Twenty-three participants completed the trial. After 12 weeks, mean VISA-G scores improved in both groups; 55–65 in the isometric group and 62–72 in the isotonic group. 55% of the isometric group and 58% of the isotonic group achieved a reduction in pain of at least 2 points (minimally clinically important difference (MCID)) on the Numeric Pain Rating Scale. 64% of the isometric group and 75% of the isotonic group had improved by at least 2 points (MCID) on the Global Rating of Change Scale. Conclusion: Isometric and isotonic exercise programmes appear to be effective for individuals with GTPS and should be considered in the loading management of patients with this condition.
| Item Type: | Articles |
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| Status: | Published |
| Refereed: | Yes |
| Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID: | Clifford, Christopher and Millar, Professor Neal and Paul, Dr Lorna |
| Authors: | Clifford, C., Paul, L., Syme, G., and Millar, N. L. |
| College/School: | College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences > School of Infection & Immunity College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences > School of Medicine, Dentistry & Nursing > Nursing and Health Care |
| Research Centre: | College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences > School of Infection & Immunity > Centre for Immunobiology |
| Journal Name: | BMJ Open Sport and Exercise Medicine |
| Publisher: | BMJ Publishing Group |
| ISSN: | 2055-7647 |
| ISSN (Online): | 2055-7647 |
| Published Online: | 21 September 2019 |
| Copyright Holders: | Copyright © 2019 Authors (or their employers) |
| First Published: | First published in BMJ Open Sport and Exercise Medicine 5(1):e000558 |
| Publisher Policy: | Reproduced under a Creative Commons license |
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