Effect of Low-Load, Long-Duration Stretching on Pain and Mobility in Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction
Sanya J Patel, Sandeep Shinde, Mebin S Thomas, Manoj P Ambali, Harshal Y Kale · 2026
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Description
Pain from the joint where spine meets pelvis can tilt posture and shrink daily movement, and a gentle long-held stretch may ease it better than standard stretching. Sanya Patel and co-authors compared the two approaches in this 2026 study of one hundred and twenty participants. The gentle method applies a mild pull for a long time to coax tissues to lengthen.
Pain ratings, provocation tests, a timed stand-and-walk test, and leg length differences were measured in both groups. The stretch protocol targeted the hamstrings, hip flexors, a deep hip muscle, and back fascia. Sustained mild force is gentler than forceful stretching, which suits patients whose pain flares easily. The results inform physiotherapists choosing between two low-cost, drug-free options.
Catalog record
| CREATOR | Sanya J Patel, Sandeep Shinde, Mebin S Thomas, Manoj P Ambali, Harshal Y Kale |
|---|---|
| YEAR | 2026 |
| COLLECTION | PAPERS |
| FORMAT | TXT |
| FILE SIZE | 36 KB |
| VERSION | 1.0 |
| LICENSE | CC BY 4.0 |
| RIGHTS | CC BY |
| SOURCE | Europe PMC |