Table 3.
Comparison of the outcome measure across the two groups’ pretreatment, 3rd week, and 6th week (n=50)
| Variable | Group A (n=25) | Group B (n=25) | F | P-value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pain intensity | ||||
| Pre | 5.2±0.45a),** | 5.7±1.3a) | ||
| 3rd | 3.0±0.71b),** | 5.2±1.2a) | ||
| 6th | 2.4±0.54c),** | 4.0±0.7d) | 11.98 | 0.000 |
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| Disability index | ||||
| Pre | 65.3±24.3a) | 60.7±12.7a) | ||
| 3rd | 49.4±17.1b),* | 47.1±13.4c) | ||
| 6th | 37.5±16.4d),* | 41.7±10.5e) | 2.58 | 0.05 |
Post hoc least significant difference.
Group A, pulse ultrasound group; group B, kneading massage group.
a–e)
Mean mode with the same superscript indicates no significant difference between mean. Mean mode with different superscript indicates significant difference.
*
P<0.05,
**
P<0.01, statistically significant.