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Iliacus tender points in young adults: a pilot study
1School of Dentistry, University of Missouri-Kansas City, Kansas City, MO 64108-2716, USA. liuyi2@umkc.edu
The Journal of the American Osteopathic Association
|May 15, 2012
Summary
Iliacus tender points are highly prevalent in young adults, with nearly all participants showing them. Prolonged sitting and frequent running or biking increase the risk of developing these tender points and low back pain.
Area of Science:
- Musculoskeletal health
- Sports medicine
- Osteopathic medicine
Background:
- Limited research exists on iliacus tender point prevalence in young adults.
- Daily activities' correlation with iliacus tender points is understudied.
Purpose of the Study:
- Determine prevalence of low back pain, iliacus tender points, and positive Thomas tests in young adults.
- Evaluate daily activities (sitting, exercise) as predictors.
- Examine the relationship between iliacus tender points and positive Thomas tests.
Main Methods:
- Recruited 18-30 year old students.
- Collected data on age, sex, sitting time, exercise, and low back pain.
- Performed iliacus tender point assessment and Thomas test.
Main Results:
- 94% had iliacus tender points; 49% had low back pain; 51% had positive Thomas tests.
- No significant sex-based differences found.
- Prolonged sitting (≥8 hours) and frequent running/biking (>3 times/week) correlated with iliacus tender points.
Conclusions:
- High prevalence of iliacus tender points in young adults.
- Prolonged sitting and running/biking are associated with increased risk of low back pain and iliacus tender points.
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