Status:
NOT_YET_RECRUITING
Pilot MRI Study on Osteopathic Manipulation for Myofascial Pain Syndrome
Lead Sponsor:
Auburn University
Collaborating Sponsors:
Auburn University MRI Research Center
Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine-Auburn
Conditions:
Myofascial Pain Syndrome
Eligibility:
All Genders
18-64 years
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
The goal of this clinical trial is to conduct MRI studies on adults with myofascial pain syndrome (MPS) to identify important MRI biomarkers that respond to OMT (osteopathic manipulation therapy) and ...
Detailed Description
The goal of this clinical trial is to conduct MRI studies on adults with myofascial pain syndrome (MPS) to identify important MRI biomarkers that respond to OMT and investigate the feasibility of impl...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- MPS of the upper back with MTrPs as specified by Travell and Simons, with the confirmation of ultrasound procedure.
- Normal neurological examination including manual muscle testing, sensory exam, and deep tendon reflexes.
- English-speaking.
- Age 18 - 64 and reside in the community.
Exclusion
- Malignancy.
- Major psychiatric disorders, such as bipolar disorder and depression.
- Cognitive impairment
- Skin lesion(s) on the shoulders and upper back.
- Systematic pain condition, such as Fibromyalgia.
- Previous surgical procedures in the spine, shoulder, and/or back within six months.
- Pregnancy.
- BMI of 40 or higher.
- Any health conditions that prevent participants from performing the experimental procedure
- Any contraindications of MRI procedure such as implantable cardiac devices (pacemakers, defibrillator, etc.), aneurysm clips, or metallic shoulder and/or spinal cord implants or screws.
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
August 31 2024
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ESTIMATED
End Date :
June 30 2025
Estimated Enrollment :
20 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT06538727
Start Date
August 31 2024
End Date
June 30 2025
Last Update
August 6 2024
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