Status:
COMPLETED
Myofascial Release vs. Stretching With Ultrasound for Trapezius Trigger Points in Athletes: A Randomized Clinical Trial
Lead Sponsor:
King Saud University
Conditions:
Active Trapezius Trigger Point Pain
Eligibility:
MALE
20-40 years
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
This study aimed to compare the efficacy of MFR plus HPPT-US versus stretching plus HPPT-US on pain intensity, cervical range of motion (ROM), muscle length (ML), and neck disability in athletes with ...
Detailed Description
Neck pain caused by active myofascial trigger points (MTrPs) in the upper trapezius is a significant concern for athletes, often leading to decreased mobility, persistent discomfort, and compromised p...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Male athletes
- Aged between 20-40 years
- Active MTrPs in the upper trapezius, confirmed via Travell and Simons' (1999) criteria (palpable taut band, spot tenderness, referred pain, and local twitch response);
- Chronic pain lasting 2-3 months; and
- Willingness to provide informed consent.
Exclusion
- Fibromyalgia (per American College of Rheumatology criteria; Wolfe et al., 1990);
- Recent MTrP injections or physical therapy (within 1 year);
- Acute trauma or systemic conditions (e.g., inflammatory diseases); and
- Neurological deficits.
- Non-willingness to participation or showed non-cooperation.
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
August 7 2022
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ACTUAL
End Date :
April 27 2023
Estimated Enrollment :
54 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT07002593
Start Date
August 7 2022
End Date
April 27 2023
Last Update
August 1 2025
Active Locations (1)
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King Saud University Hospital
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 10219