Effects of Electro Dry Needling Versus Dry Needling in Levator Scapulae Syndrome (NCT06459804) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Effects of Electro Dry Needling Versus Dry Needling in Levator Scapulae Syndrome
Pakistan36 participantsStarted 2024-06-30
Plain-language summary
Mechanical neck pain is posteriorly occurring non-specific pain that originates from the superior nuchal line and extends to the first thoracic vertebrae. It is exacerbated by sustained neck postures, neck movements or cervical muscle palpation. The aim of study will be to compare the effects of Electro Dry Needling and Dry Needling on pain, muscle strength, disability and range of motion in patients with Levator Scapulae Syndrome.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 45 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Age ranges of 18-45 years
* Both genders, males and females
* Positive Levator Scapular length Test (7)
* Positive Simon's criteria for Levator scapulae
* Neck pain -NPRS \< 7 (8)
* Neck and upper back pain for at least 3months.
* Examination - Increased muscle tone and tenderness at neck and upper back
* Reduced ROM-Side flexion and Rotation of neck
* Non traumatic unilateral mechanical neck pain of three or more months of duration, presenting an latent MTrP in the levator scapulae muscle on the painful side
Exclusion Criteria:
* Neuropathies
* Radiated pain towards the arm
* Vertebral fractures
* Traumatic neck injury
* whiplash injury (9)
* previous surgical procedures in the cervical spine
* Previous cognitive and functional disorders
* psychological disorders (mood and psychotic disorders such as schizophrenia, depression,and anxiety disorders),
* Fibromyalgia
Questions worth asking your doctor
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1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
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1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
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