Effectiveness Of Paraffin Wax Bath Along with Mulligan Mobilization on Pain and Functional Activities in Subjects with Colles Fracture After the Removal of Cast -A Simple Experimental Study

Abstract

Background Of the Study: Fracture of the lower or distal end of the radius within 1 inch of the distal articular surface of the radius; incidence rates for men and women over 35 years of age were 9/10,000 and 37/10,000, respectively. Objectives: The main objective of the study was to determine how well subjects with colles fractures responded to various therapeutic interventions, such as mulligan mobilizations and paraffin wax baths. Subjects And Methods: Simple experimental research with pre- and post-tests was conducted. Fifteen patients with a diagnosis of colles fracture were selected by a convenient sample technique based on predetermined criteria. Throughout eight weeks, a single group had mulligan mobilization and a paraffin wax bath. A VAS scale, a Quick DASH questionnaire, and a Goniometer were used to assess how effective the therapy was. Treatment efficacy was investigated using the paired t-test. A p-value of less than 0.05 was regarded as significant. Result: In the quick DASH questionnaire, the group that received paraffin wax bath and mulligan mobilization treatment demonstrated improved functional activities, decreased pain (pre- and post-test mean differences 5.1 and 2.1), and increased range of motion (pre- and post-test mean differences for wrist flexion 26 & 49, wrist extension 29.5 and 48.5) as measured by the goniometer. Consequently, the mulligan mobilization and paraffin wax bath at 0.05 significance level. Conclusion: After eight weeks of mulligan mobilization and paraffin wax bath, patients with colles fractures report much less discomfort and an improvement in their functional activities. Clinical Implications: A paraffin wax bath & mulligan mobilization have a major impact on the management of patients with colles fracture.