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http://dx.doi.org/10.18857/jkpt.2019.31.5.266

Comparison of Sit and Reach Test, Straight Leg Raise Test and Visual Analogue Scale When Applying Static Stretching and Mulligan's Two Leg Rotation in Young Adults with Hamstring Shortness  

Lee, Ji Hoon (Department of Physical Therapy, College of Health Science, Student of Dankook University)
Kim, Ji Young (Department of Physical Therapy, College of Health Science, Student of Dankook University)
Kim, Hye Sun (Department of Physical Therapy, College of Health Science, Student of Dankook University)
Lee, A Young (Department of Physical Therapy, College of Health Science, Student of Dankook University)
Lim, Hyoung Won (Department of Physical Therapy, College of Health Science, Dankook University)
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The Journal of Korean Physical Therapy / v.31, no.5, 2019 , pp. 266-272 More about this Journal
Abstract
Purpose: This study compared the effects of Static stretching and Mulligan's Two-leg rotation about the Hamstring flexibility, Hip range of motion, and pain. Methods: The subjects were allocated randomly into two groups: Static stretching group (n=13) and Mulligan's two leg rotation group (n=14). The study was designed with stretching protocols for four minutes and thirty seconds per day five times a week for three weeks in total. Measurements, including the Sit and reach test, Active/Passive Straight leg raise, and Visual analogue scale, were conducted before and after the intervention. The data were analyzed using a paired t-test and independent t-test. Results: The flexibility of the two leg rotation group was higher than the static stretching group after the intervention. The post-sit and reach test value of the two leg rotation group was significantly higher than the pre-sit and reach test value of the static stretching group. In addition, the variance of the sit and reach test of the two leg rotation group was significantly higher than that of the static stretching group. Conclusion: These results showed that two leg rotation techniques have a positive effect on the changes in the sit and reach test and active straight leg raise test. Two leg rotation techniques can be recommended as a self-stretching and easier way to stabilize the lumbopelvic rhythm, reduce the stiffness of the muscle and relieve pain. This is effective in preventing muscle damage, enabling muscle relaxation and reducing the risk of injury to the spine during daily lives and in sports activities.
Keywords
Mulligan's two leg rotation; Static stretching; Hamstring shortness;
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