This study aims to examine the effect of deep tissue massage (DTM) on myofascial trigger point (MTrP) number, neck range of motion (ROM), pain, disability and quality of life in patients with Myofacial pain syndrome (MPS).
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Change from baseline in neck pain on the 10-point Visual Analog Scale(VAS) at 4 week
Timeframe: Baseline and 4 week
Change from baseline in quality of life on the 36-point Short-Form 36(SF-36) at 4 week
Timeframe: Baseline and 4 week
Change from baseline in disability on the 20-point at 4 week Neck Pain and Disability Scale (NPDS) at 4 week
Timeframe: Baseline and 4 week
Change from baseline in range of motion on the universal goniometer at 4 week
Timeframe: Baseline and 4 week
Change from baseline in number of trigger points on the manual palpation at 4 week
Timeframe: Baseline and 4 week