The Effect of Active Release Technique and Trigger Point Release on Pain, Disability, and Neck Strength in Girls with Non-Specific Chronic Neck Pain

The effect of active release and release of trigger points on pain, disability and neck strength in girls with non-specific chronic neck pain

Status

Active, not recruiting

Phases

Unknown

Study type

Interventional

Source

IRCT

Registry ID

IRCT20250221064791N1

Enrollment

Registered

2025-05-07

Start date

2025-04-09

Completion date

Unknown

Last updated

2025-07-21

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Conditions

Non-specific chronic neck pain. Malignant neoplasm of head, face and neck

Interventions

Intervention 1: Intervention group: Active Release Training - ART): This group will perform active release training 3 sessions per week for 2 weeks (6 sessions in total). In this method, the subject s

Eligibility

Sex/Gender

Female

Age

18 Years to 30 Years

Inclusion criteria

Inclusion criteria: Gender and Age: Participants must be females within a specified age range (e.g., 18 to 30 years old). Pain Diagnosis: Having non-specific chronic neck pain for at least 3 months, confirmed by a physician or specialist. Pain Level: Having a minimum pain score (e.g., a score of 3 or higher on the Visual Analog Scale (VAS)). No Concurrent Treatments: Participants should not be undergoing other treatments (e.g., physiotherapy, anti-inflammatory medications, or injections) during the study.

Exclusion criteria

Exclusion criteria: Underlying Medical Conditions: Presence of serious conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, cervical disc herniation, or severe structural damage in the neck area. Surgical History: A history of surgery in the neck or spine region. Neurological Issues: Presence of neurological symptoms such as tingling, numbness, or progressive muscle weakness in the upper limbs. Pregnancy or Specific Conditions: Pregnancy or having specific medical conditions that may affect the study outcomes.

Design outcomes

Primary

Measure	Time frame
Pain. Timepoint: Before the intervention and after the end of the study. Method of measurement: Pain rating scales such as the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) or the Numerical Rating Scale (NRS) are used. In these methods, the individual evaluates their pain level based on a scale (e.g., from 0 to 10).;Disability. Timepoint: Before the intervention and after the end of the study. Method of measurement: Neck disability questionnaires such as the Neck Disability Index (NDI) are used. These questionnaires assess daily activities that are affected by neck pain or limitation.;Neck Muscle Strength. Timepoint: Before the intervention and after the end of the study. Method of measurement: Hand-held dynamometers or strength measuring devices are used to assess neck muscle strength.	—

Measure

Time frame

Pain. Timepoint: Before the intervention and after the end of the study. Method of measurement: Pain rating scales such as the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) or the Numerical Rating Scale (NRS) are used. In these methods, the individual evaluates their pain level based on a scale (e.g., from 0 to 10).;Disability. Timepoint: Before the intervention and after the end of the study. Method of measurement: Neck disability questionnaires such as the Neck Disability Index (NDI) are used. These questionnaires assess daily activities that are affected by neck pain or limitation.;Neck Muscle Strength. Timepoint: Before the intervention and after the end of the study. Method of measurement: Hand-held dynamometers or strength measuring devices are used to assess neck muscle strength.

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Countries

Iran (Islamic Republic of)

Contacts

Public ContactManouchehr Heydari

Razi University of Kermanshah

mhaidary2000@yahoo.com+98 83 3428 3270

Outcome results

None listed

Source: IRCT (via WHO ICTRP) · Data processed: Feb 4, 2026