None listed
Conditions
Interventions
Intervention1: Matrix Rhythm Therapy: Group A Matrix Rhythm Therapy with therapeutic exercises.
Intervention includes Matrix Rhythm Therapy applied to the cervical and upper trapezius region.
Frequ
energy flux density (ED) of 0.25 mJ/mm . Exercises include Deep Cervical Flexor Activation (chin tuck), Scapular Retraction Exercises, and Upper Trapezius Stretching. Active Cervical Range of Motion e
Sponsors
Dr D Y Patil college of physiotherapy
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Participants aged 18 to 30 years with forward head posture were included in the study. Individuals having a craniovertebral angle (CVA) of 53 or less, measured through photogrammetry, were considered eligible. Participants who used smartphones or computers for an average of more than 4 hours per day were also included. Subjects were required to have pain associated with at least one active trigger point in the upper trapezius muscle for a duration of at least six months. Additionally, participants with clinically diagnosed moderate neck pain along with active trigger points in the upper trapezius or other neck muscles were included in the study.
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: History of cervical spine surgery or neurological disorders Contraindications to ESWT or Matrix (e.g., infection, bleeding disorders, implanted devices) Neck or shoulder surgery during last two years , neck radiculopathy, trauma history, cardiovascular, respiratory or allergic disease, neck osteoarthtritis, coagulation disorders and pregnancy
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Pressure Pain threshold (Algometer) Cervical Range of motion- Goniometer Craniovertebral Angle (CVA) Neck Disability Index (NDI) Timepoint: Baseline 0th week and after 3 weeks | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| NILTimepoint: NIL | — |
Countries
India
Contacts
Public ContactDr Tushar Palekar
Dr. D. Y. College of Physiotherapy
Outcome results
None listed