Status:
COMPLETED
Comparison of High Power Pain Threshold Ultrasound and Ischemic Compression Techniques for Treatment of Trigger Points
Lead Sponsor:
Gazi University
Conditions:
Trigger Point Pain, Myofascial
Eligibility:
All Genders
18-50 years
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
This study aimed to compare the efficacy of ischemic compression and two different application methods of high power pain threshold ultrasound techniques on latent trigger point treatment. Asymptomati...
Detailed Description
Myofascial trigger points have been defined as discrete and hyperirritable areas located within a taut band of skeletal muscle or fascia which when compressed produce pain, tenderness, dysfunction and...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- being aged between 18-50
- the presence of a minimum of 3 latent trigger points in Upper Trapezius, Levator Scapulae, Supraspinatus, Infraspinatus, Deltoid Anterior, Pectoralis Major, Pectoralis Minor muscles
- no health problems
- signed the voluntary consent form
Exclusion
- have a neck, spine or shoulder injury in the last 6 months
- continued neck and back pain in the last 6 months
- having a skin disease that may affect upper extremity assessment
- malign and benign tumors
- pain relief medication
- having psychiatric treatment. -
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
October 1 2017
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ACTUAL
End Date :
April 1 2018
Estimated Enrollment :
153 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT04823013
Start Date
October 1 2017
End Date
April 1 2018
Last Update
March 30 2021
Active Locations (1)
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Istanbul Aydın University
Istanbul, Halit Aydın Kampüsü No:38 Küçükçekmece, Turkey (Türkiye)