Immediate effects of two manual thoracic mobilization techniques in people with thoracic hypomobility
Official title: Immediate Effects of Sustained Versus Oscillatory Mobilization in Patients With Thoracic Hypo-mobility
Run by Foundation University Islamabad · NCT07834190 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This trial tests whether Maitland oscillatory mobilization or Kaltenborn sustained mobilization can better improve mobility and reduce pain in adults with thoracic hypomobility after a pre-treatment pain-relief session.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 25 Years to 44 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 52 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Foundation University Islamabad Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Islamabad, Punjab Province) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | February 13, 2026 |
| Main results expected | December 18, 2026 |
| Study ends | January 18, 2027 |
| Registry record updated | September 22, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT07834190 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Adults aged 25–44 with localized thoracic pain (T1–T12), NPRS ≥ 3/10, reduced segmental mobility, and a positive thoracic schober's test.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients whose pain or mobility does not respond to mobilization or who do not have demonstrable hypomobility may not experience benefit.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
Adults with thoracic spine hypomobility are randomized to receive either Maitland oscillatory mobilization or Kaltenborn sustained mobilization after a standardized 20-minute TENS and hot-pack prep. Both groups perform three sets of 15 movements targeting T1–T12, with progression by grade to balance pain relief and range of motion. The study uses a coin-toss randomization to assign 26 participants per group and aims to isolate the effect of the mobilization style on mobility and pain. Outcome measures focus on changes in thoracic mobility and pain following the interventions. The trial is conducted at Foundation University College of Physical Therapy in Islamabad, with a single lead sponsor and no listed collaborators.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, the trial could identify a preferred manual mobilization technique to improve thoracic mobility and reduce pain for patients with thoracic hypomobility.
How similar studies have gone: Previous work has explored different mobilization techniques, but direct head-to-head comparisons like this are less common, making this approach relatively novel.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria * adults (ages 25-44) * both male and female * localized thoracic pain (T1-T12) * Pain intensity of ≥ 3/10 on NPRS at baseline * reduced segmental mobility on PA spring test compared to adjacent segments * positive thoracic schober's test, indicating reduced thoracic mobility Exclusion criteria * recent surgery (at least6 months ago) Diagnosed diseases * systemic diseases (e.g. RA, SLE etc) * spinal surgery * ankylosing spondylitis * recent history of fracture * scoliosis * spondylolisthesis and spondylosis * spinal TB * spinal stenosis * degenerative disc * fibromyalgia * malignancy
Where it's running
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Foundation University College of Physical Therapy
Islamabad, Punjab Province, Pakistan Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Zaha Asif, DPT
- Email: zaha9801@gmail.com
- Phone: 03185971608
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.