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Effects of Neuromuscular Reeducation Versus Friction Massage in Lateral Epicondylitis: A Randomized Control Trial
Led by Furqan Ahmed Siddiqi · Updated on 2025-06-16
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What this Trial Is About
Researchers are evaluating the effects of neuromuscular reeducation compared to friction massage in people with lateral epicondylitis, a condition affecting the elbow. This randomized control trial aims to determine which treatment better improves pain and range of motion over a four-week period. Participants will be assigned to groups by a coin toss method and assessed using specific tests like Cozen's, Maudsley's, and Mills tests. Participants in Group A will receive ultrasound treatment followed by neuromuscular reeducation combined with strengthening exercises. For the first two weeks, cross friction massage with active movement will be performed, followed by longitudinal friction massage with active movement for the next two weeks. Group B will receive ultrasound followed by friction massage and strengthening exercises. Their treatment includes cross friction massage alone for two weeks and longitudinal friction massage alone for the last two weeks. Both groups undergo sessions 2 to 3 times per week over the four-week period. During the study, participants' pain levels and range of motion will be measured before and after the treatment period. The exercise protocol will be taught and supervised by an experienced physiotherapist, who will adjust exercises based on each participant's tolerance. The study includes regular assessments to monitor progress and outcomes throughout the four weeks of intervention.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
Effects of Neuromuscular Reeducation Versus Friction Massage in Lateral Epicondylitis
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Diagnosed cases of lateral epicondylitis
- Age 25-50 years
- Both genders
- Positive results on at least two of these tests: Cozen's, Maudsley's, Mills
You will not qualify if you...
- Recent elbow fractures or dislocations
- Elbow joint instability
- Active joint disease
- Open wounds around elbow joints
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Your Study Journey
Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
1 visit (in-person)
Duration - 4 weeks
Participants receive either neuromuscular re-education or friction massage interventions combined with strengthening exercises, delivered 2 to 3 days per week over 4 weeks. The treatment includes ultrasound followed by specific massage techniques and active movements supervised by a physiotherapist.
Two to three visits per week for 4 weeks
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Foundation University College of Physical Therapy
Islamabad, Pakistan, 44000
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Research Team
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Basma Areej Sarfraz, Doctor of Physical Therapy
How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
NONE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
TREATMENT
Number of Arms
2
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