RecruitingNot Applicable

Scapular Stabilization Exercises Versus Eccentric Muscle Energy Techniques in Patients With Upper Crossed Syndrome

Pakistan34 participantsStarted 2023-11-23

Plain-language summary

This study will be a Randomized Clinical Trial in which Scapular Stabilization Exercises and Eccentric Muscle Energy technique will be applied on the individuals with upper crossed syndrome and changes will be recorded using different method and tools. Convenient sampling technique will be used to collect the data. The sample size of 34 patients will be recruited. Patients will be randomly allocated into two different groups through sealed envelope method. 17 patients will be allocated in each group. Group A will be treated with Scapular Stabilization Exercises along with hot pack; Group B will be treated with Eccentric Muscle Energy Technique along with hot pack. Craniovertebral Angle (CVA), Numeric Pain Rating Scale (NPRS), and Neck Disability Index (NDI) will be used as Data collecting tools.

Who can participate

Age range

18 Years – 35 Years

Sex

ALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * • Age: participants having range 18-35 years both male and female are included. * Craniovertebral angle\<52 * NPRS\>3 and NDI\>10 * Patients having neck pain during movements. * Patients having neck pain due to sustained posture and after activity Exclusion Criteria: * Inflammation malignancy, neurological disorder * Metabolic disorders * Neck pain radiating into arms and upper extremity * Neck pain associated with headache and facial pain * Recent surgery * History of recent trauma and fractures of cervical spine * Patients having any other therapeutic intervention or medical treatment.

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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What they're measuring

Numeric pain rating scale (NPRS)

Timeframe: 4 weeks

Trial details

NCT IDNCT06509594

SponsorRiphah International University

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2024-08

Contact for this trial

Imran Amjad, PhD

03324390125 imran.amjad@riphah.edu.pk

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