cervical pain due to myofascial trigger points(MTRPs). Other soft tissue disorders related to use, overuse and pressure
Conditions
Interventions
Intervention 1: Control group:Moist HOT PACK: (5-8mins) at the start of treatment 2. Ultrasound: Frequency:1- 3 MHz, Intensity:1- 1.4 W/cm2, Time: 8-10 minutes,3. Ischemic compression: Appropriate a
Sponsors
RIPHAH COLLEGE OF REHABILITATION SCIENCES,ISLAMABAD,PAKISTAN
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
All
Age
18 Years to 55 Years
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Pain more than 5 on NPRS Reduced cervical lateral flexion to the opposite side and Painful upper trapezius trigger point Hypersensitive taut band in Upper fiber of trapezius Jump sign identification through patient vocalization or withdrawal symptom
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Recent traumatic history of cervical spine or shoulder region Diagnosed Fibromyalgia syndrome Whiplash injury Malignancy Skin infections or open wound in the site of upper trapezius
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Goniometer for upper trapezius Range of motion(muscle length). Timepoint: before intervention and after 2 weeks of intervention. Method of measurement: Goniometer for upper trapezius Range of motion(muscle length)placed goniometer in upper fibers of trapezius and ask to perform the movement, measure the ROM and then compare it with intact side. | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Numeric Pain rating Scale(NPRS) for pain assessment scores. Timepoint: NPRS scores before treatment than after 2 weeks of treatment. Method of measurement: NPRS score beyond 5 were assessed before intervention and compare it after 2 weeks. | — |
Countries
Pakistan
Contacts
Public ContactKinza Anwar
The University of Lahore,Islamabad Campus,Pakistan
Outcome results
None listed