Effects of Muscle Energy Technique and Postural Correction Exercises in Lordotic Females Wearing High Heels

Post isometric relaxation technique MET was applied in two muscle groups; Lumbar Extensors (Erector Spinae) and Hip Flexors (Iliopsoas). The muscle was positioned in position and patient was asked to apply 20% force isometrically and hold the isometric contractions for 7-10 seconds. Then the patient was asked to relax for about seconds. On exhalation, therapist takes muscle to new restriction barrier. Hold this position for 30 seconds at the end barrier as an end-stretch with 3 repetitions.

: Postural Correction Exercises was applied to one group. Exercises performed included stretching and strengthening exercises. Hip flexors and back extensors were stretched while hip extensors and abdominals were strengthened. Seated hip flexion used to stretch back extensors while lunge position used to stretch hip flexors. The abdominals were strengthened by using curl up exercises while hip extensors were strengthened by resisted contractions in prone lying.