CompletedNot Applicable

Instrument-assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization Versus Post - Isometric Relaxation Technique in Trapezius Myalgia.

Pakistan48 participantsStarted 2025-04-01

Plain-language summary

effects of Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM) and Post-Isometric Relaxation (PIR) in reducing pain, improving range of motion, and enhancing function among individuals with trapezius myalgia. it was a randomized clinical trial with outcome measuring tools as NPRS for pain Goniometer for ROM NDI for function

Who can participate

Age range

25 Years – 35 Years

Sex

ALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * Individuals aged 25 to 35 experiencing trapezius myalgia, * both men and women who report neck pain and stiffness, * Limited range of motion in lateral neck bending and rotational movement. * Presence of identifiable tender areas or trigger points within the trapezius muscle, Evidence of muscle tightness observed during mobility assessments, such as when performing lateral head tilt. * A firm band of muscle tissue containing a hypersensitive point, often with a palpable nodule and potential for radiating discomfort. Exclusion Criteria: * Traumatic injury to the neck causing torticollis, * Tumor affecting the upperportion of the trapezius muscle, * Cervical nerverootirritation or damage, Break in one or more cervical vertebrae, * Impairment of nervous system function, * Swelling and hypersensitivity reactions in the skin, * Abnormal spinal curvature and birth-related structural defects.

Questions worth asking your doctor

Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.

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

The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.

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?

A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.

What they're measuring

Numeric Pain Rating Scale

Timeframe: Baseline and after 6 weeks

Trial details

NCT IDNCT07720544

SponsorRiphah International University

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2026-05-30

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