Effect of matrix rhythm therapy on muscle strength and motor nerve conduction velocity in patient with foot drop: a case report

Raghavendrasingh V. Dharvadkar; Ruchita S. Chilka; Mansi S. Deole

doi:10.18203/2320-6012.ijrms20251005

Authors

Raghavendrasingh V. Dharvadkar Department of Neurology Physiotherapy, KLE Institute of Physiotherapy, Belagavi, Karnataka, India
Ruchita S. Chilka Department of Neurology Physiotherapy, KLE Institute of Physiotherapy, Belagavi, Karnataka, India
Mansi S. Deole Department of Neurology Physiotherapy, KLE Institute of Physiotherapy, Belagavi, Karnataka, India

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.18203/2320-6012.ijrms20251005

Keywords:

Matrix rhythm therapy, Foot drop, Muscle strength, Motor nerve conduction velocity

Abstract

Foot drop is a neurological symptom leading to the inability to lift the forefoot due to the weakness of the dorsiflexors of the foot. Physiotherapy treatment plays crucial role in the treatment of foot drop. Matrix rhythm therapy (MaRhyThe) is an advanced physiotherapy modality that activates and rebalances specific physiological vibrations of skeletal muscles and the nervous system. While MaRhyThe has demonstrated effectiveness in various musculoskeletal and neurological disorders, its impact on foot drop has not been previously studied. Therefore, this study aims to investigate the effect of MaRhyThe on muscle strength and motor nerve conduction velocity in foot drop patient. The patient received MaRhyThe, targeting the course of the sciatic nerve for 60 minutes once weekly over three consecutive sessions along with conventional physiotherapy. MRC grading for muscle strength, Stanmore assessment questionnaire for foot drop, and Nerve conduction velocity were outcome measures. The patient showed improvement in active dorsiflexion and muscle strength of tibialis anterior and extensor halluces longus. The findings suggest that MaRhyThe in combination with conventional physiotherapy showed promising results in the treatment of foot drop. Further research is needed to validate the findings of this case report, including clinical and controlled trials.

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