The purpose of this study is to evaluate the comparative effects of Innominate Rotation Correction and Sacral Torsion Correction using Muscle Energy Techniques (METs) in patients with Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction (SIJD). A total of 50 participants will be recruited, aged 18-50 yrs, with confirmed SIJD based on atleast 3 positive provocation tests. Participants will be randomized into two equal groups. Group A (Innominate Rotation Correction) and Group B (Sacral Torsion Correction). Both groups will receive Conventional Therapy (Thermotherapy, Electrotherapy and Core stabilization exercises).
Study variables include:
* Independent Variable: Type of MET applied (Innominate vs Sacral Torsion) * Dependent Variables: Pain (measured by Visual Analog Scale), Functional Disability (assessed via Denver SIJ Disability Questionnaire) * Control Variables: Age, Gender, BMI, Baseline Pain/ Disability Scores
The intervention will last 4 weeks with 8 sessions (2 sessions per week). Assessments will be conducted at baseline (Week 1, Pre-treatment) and Post every second session. Data will be analyzed to compare immediate and short-term effects of the two interventions.
This study aims to provide evidence for targeted manual therapy approaches in SIJD, potentially guiding clinicians toward the most effective technique for pain reduction and functional improvement.
Dysfunction based on at least 3 of the following tests
Distraction Test
Compression Test
Gaenslen's Test
• History of Lumbar or Pelvic Fracture, Recent Surgery, or Hip/Knee Pathology affecting Gait/Posture.
Pregnancy or Post-partum less than 6 months - due to Hormonal Laxity & Altered Biomechanics
Systemic Inflammatory conditions - Rheumatoid Arthritis, Ankylosing Spondylitis
Neurological Deficits - Cauda Equina Syndrome, Radiculopathy with Motor Loss