Comparing Physiotherapy Treatments to Improve Neck Posture and Pain in Adults with Myofascial Pain Syndrome and Radiculopathy

What this Trial Is About

Myofascial pain syndrome MPS and radiculopathy are common musculoskeletal disorders that cause localized muscle pain, trigger points, stiffness, and nerve-related symptoms like radiating pain and weakness. These conditions often lead to postural problems and balance issues, including changes in the craniovertebral angle, which reflects the head and neck alignment. This trial aims to compare different physiotherapy treatments to improve this angle and reduce symptoms in people with MPS and radiculopathy, helping guide better clinical care. The study involves four groups receiving different physiotherapy approaches one group will have dry needling combined with myofascial release another will get trigger point therapy with stretching a third group will receive mobilizations with dry cupping therapy and the fourth group will undergo electrotherapy along with stretching and range of motion exercises. These treatments will be compared over time to assess their effects on posture, pain, function, and quality of life. Participants will attend scheduled physiotherapy sessions and undergo assessments before, during, and after the intervention, including measurements of craniovertebral angle, pain severity, balance, range of motion, and presence of trigger points. The study uses randomized assignment and triple masking to compare outcomes across groups over four weeks. The goal is to find which physiotherapy methods are most effective for improving posture and relieving symptoms in individuals with these conditions.

Comparing Physical Therapy Interventions on Craniovertebral Angle (CVA) in Cervical Myofascial Pain Syndrome (MPS)