CompletedNot Applicable

Short-Term Effects of Ischemic Compression Applied in Addition to Classical Massage in the Treatment of Trigger Points

Turkey (Türkiye)22 participantsStarted 2024-03-15

Plain-language summary

The aim of our study was to investigate the short-term effects of ischemic compression applied in addition to classical massage for the treatment of myofascial trigger points on the upper trapezius muscle in women on pain, functionality and quality of life.

Who can participate

Age range20 Years – 50 Years

SexFEMALE

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Inclusion Criteria: * Being between the ages of 20-50 * Having a myofascial trigger point detected in the upper trapezius muscle for at least two weeks * Being a student or staff of Halic University * Being literate Exclusion Criteria: * Having a history of cervical surgery * Having a malignant disease * Pregnancy * Menopause * Having cooperation problems

What they're measuring

Visual Analog Scale

Timeframe: at baseline and at week 2.

Active Range of Motion

Timeframe: at baseline and at week 2.

Short-Form 36

Timeframe: at baseline and at week 2.

Trial details

NCT IDNCT06530329

SponsorHalic University

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2024-05-15

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