Additional Effects of Mulligan Mobilization With Movement Along With Core Strengthening Exercises in Postpartum Females With Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction

This study aims to evaluate the combined effectiveness of Mulligan mobilization and core strengthening exercises in managing postpartum sacroiliac joint dysfunction (SIJD). Postpartum SIJD is a common condition resulting from biomechanical and hormonal changes during pregnancy, often leading to pelvic instability and pain. Mulligan mobilization, a manual therapy technique, aims to correct joint alignment and restore pain-free movement. For the SIJ, Mulligan MWM aims to correct subtle positional faults or movement restrictions that may cause pain and dysfunction-especially common postpartum due to ligamentous laxity, hormonal changes, and altered biomechanics.The core muscles provide stability to the pelvis and lumbar spine. When these muscles are weak or imbalanced, it can lead to increased strain on the SIJ, contributing to pain and dysfunction. Strengthening the core improves load transfer through the pelvis and enhances neuromuscular control, thereby reducing SIJ stress and symptoms. Core strengthening exercises enhances outcomes by targeting both mechanical alignment and muscular stability. Core strengthening exercises target muscles that support pelvic stability, including the transverse abdominis and pelvic floor. The study hypothesizes that integrating Mulligan mobilization with core strengthening may provide superior outcomes in pain reduction, joint function, and overall quality of life compared to core exercises alone.

NCT Number	NCT07526038
Lead Sponsor	Foundation University Islamabad
Conditions	Sacro Iliac Joint Pain, Post Partum, Strength Training
Enrollment	48 participants
Start Date	2026-05-20
Primary Completion	2026-07-01 (estimated)
Study Completion	2026-07-15 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov	2026-05-20