Tele-rehabilitation for rhomboid trigger points in myofascial pain syndrome

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This interventional study compares tele-rehabilitation that combines guided self-myofascial release and exercise with conventional myofascial release treatment for people with myofascial pain syndrome affecting the rhomboids. Participants receive remote, guided therapy aimed at reducing pain, increasing range of motion, and decreasing neck disability. The trial is conducted at Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Center in Karachi and is led by Riphah International University. Eligible adults are 18 to 35 with active rhomboid trigger points, neck and upper back pain, and access to internet-enabled devices. Exclusion criteria include inflammatory or neurological conditions, cervical tumors, scoliosis or torticollis, spinal injuries, recent analgesic or muscle relaxant use, or other major comorbidities.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Participants falling in this category would be recruited into the study.

  * Age 18-35 years
  * Both Genders: Male and Female
  * Paitents experiencing Neck and upper back pain due to active trigger points.(16) According to Travell and Simons (1999)criteria, active myofascial trigger points (MTrPs) are identified.
  * NPRS ≥4
  * Presence of maximum one or more than one MTrPs in the Romboids muscle.
  * Prolong sitting at least 6 hours per day.
  * Access to a device with internet connection ( for tele rehabilitation group).

Exclusion Criteria:

* Participants falling in this category would be excluded from the study.

  * Participants fall in this category would be excluded of the study.
  * Patients currently taking analgesics (painkillers) or muscle relaxants.
  * Any inflammatory pathology, neurological impairment, and cervical tumor.
  * Other deformities such as scoliosis or torticollis.
  * Spinal Injuries and any other co morbidity.
  * Any surgery, trauma, fracture and fall.
  * Pregnancy.
  * Patient unwilling to comply follow up schedule.
  * Patient involvement in another interventional study.

Where it's running

• Jpmc
  Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Maria khalid, MSOMPT — Riphah International University
• Study coordinator: Maria Khalid, MSOMPT
• Email: maria.khaild@riphah.edu.pk
• Phone: 03315369768

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.