Abstract
M.Tech.
Purpose: To compare the efficacy of diversified side posture adjustments and
segmental drop piece adjustments in the treatment of sacroiliac joint dysfunction.
Method: Thirty-two participants were randomly divided in two equal groups. Group A
(n = 16) received diversified side posture adjustments and Group B (n = 16) received
segmental drop piece adjustments. The trial consisted of seven sessions over a period
of three weeks, of which the first six were treatment sessions, with the final seventh
session serving the purpose of obtaining final post-treatment data. Data was obtained
only at the first, third, fifth and seventh sessions. Objective data consisted of measuring
lumbar spine range of motion using a digital inclinometer and pain pressure tolerance
over the middle of the sacroiliac joint line by using a pressure algometer. Subjective
data was obtained by having each participant complete a numerical pain rating scale
and the Oswestry back pain and disability questionnaire.