Effects of stripping massage on upper thoracic pain
Effects of Stripping Massage on Rhomboid Major and Minor Active Trigger Points in Patients With Upper Thoracic Pain.
This study is testing whether a special type of massage can help people with upper back pain feel better and move more easily compared to just regular therapy.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 44 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 40 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Riphah International University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Rawalpindi, Punjab Province) |
| Trial ID | NCT06556758 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial investigates the impact of stripping massage on active trigger points in the rhomboid major and minor muscles for patients suffering from upper thoracic pain. The study aims to reduce pain, enhance thoracic range of motion, and improve physical functioning through a randomized controlled approach. Participants will receive either stripping massage combined with conventional therapy or conventional therapy alone, with a focus on assessing pain relief and mobility improvements. The trial targets individuals with specific characteristics of upper thoracic pain and myofascial trigger points.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are females aged 18-40 with active trigger points in the rhomboid muscles and upper thoracic pain.
Not a fit: Patients with a history of neck trauma, previous surgeries in the neck or shoulder area, or other specific injuries may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly alleviate upper thoracic pain and improve the quality of life for affected patients.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific approach of stripping massage on rhomboid trigger points is less commonly studied, similar interventions have shown promise in managing myofascial pain syndromes.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Participants falling in this category would be recruited into the study. * females * Age: 18-40 * Active TrPs in the rhomboid major and minor muscles. * Presence of atleast one trigger point in rhomboids (diagnosed by the characteristics like hyperirritable spot in a taut band, twitch response and referral pain) * Presence of Jump sign * Segmental hypomobility in upper thoracic region identified with positive springing test * upper thoracic pain, defined as pain in the body region encompassing from T1 to T4) pain intensity score of ≥ 3 on the numeric pain rating scale (0-10) * symptoms provoked by thoracic movement,or palpation of the rhomboid muscles. Exclusion Criteria: * Participants falling in this category would be excluded from the study. * a history of neck trauma * previously had surgery in the neck or shoulder area or suffered from physical injury * Fractures, Dislocations, Traumatic injuries, Adhesive capsulitis, thoracic outlet syndrome. * any rheumatic condition, osteoporosis, cancer, spinal infection, radicular pain, or neuropathy.
Where this trial is running
Rawalpindi, Punjab Province
- Railway General Hospital — Rawalpindi, Punjab Province, Pakistan (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Madiha Ali, MSOMPT — Riphah International University
- Study coordinator: Madiha Ali, MS-OMPT
- Email: madiha.ali@riphah.edu.pk
- Phone: 0331-3360064
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.