Physiotherapeutic Interventions for Sciatica: A Guide through Bibliometric Exploration

Durga Tyagi , Sanjib Kumar Das

sciatica, physiotherapy, lumbar disc radiculopathy, bibliometric analysis

Introduction - Sciatica is a term used to describe pain, weakened sensation, numbness, or tingling in the posterior region of the leg. The evidence on the efficacy of physiotherapeutic interventions for sciatica is widely acknowledged. This study endeavours to delineate the global researches for physiotherapeutic interventions for sciatica. Exploration through bibliometric analysis on physiotherapeutic treatment for sciatica is scanty. Methods - Bibliometric exploration was conducted using data sources from Scopus, Web of Science, Pubmed and Google Scholar screening the literatures from 2013 to 2022. The data was analysed through analytical tool VOS Viewer and further Microsoft Excel 2007. VOS Viewer is used for the visualization of databases. The present research investigates the annual growth trends contributing top journals, authors, hotspots related to author – co-author collaboration, co-citation pattern, co-author relationship, prominent keywords and widely used physiotherapeutic interventions for the management of sciatica. Results - The finding of the study reveals that the most research has been published on the topic of sciatica in the year 2021 and 2022. The author Maher, C.G. was found to have published the highest number of articles on the treatment of sciatica. The organization that topped in publishing literature for sciatica treatment was Syddansk Universitet. The leading countries that contributed were the United States, the United Kingdom and Australia. Conclusion - The authors dwell at length and concludes the study elucidating the most used physiotherapeutic interventions in sciatica that includes electroacupuncture, lifestyle factor improvement, exercise programs including stretching and strengthening, manual therapy, home program exercises, traction therapy, extracorporal shockwave therapy, electrical stimulation and ergonomic care including positioning and posture control. The outcome of this investigation underscores the importance of raising awareness and promoting the future research endeavors.

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"Physiotherapeutic Interventions for Sciatica: A Guide through Bibliometric Exploration", IJSDR - International Journal of Scientific Development and Research (www.IJSDR.org), ISSN:2455-2631, Vol.9, Issue 7, page no.49 -56, July-2024, Available :https://ijsdr.org/papers/IJSDR2407006.pdf

Volume 9 Issue 7, July-2024

Pages : 49 -56

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Published Paper Id: IJSDR2407006

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Research Area: Health Science 

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