Using shock wave therapy to reduce muscle stiffness in the trapezius
Effect of Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy on Trapezius Muscle Stiffness Assessed Using Shear-Wave Elastography
This study is testing if a single session of shock wave therapy can help reduce muscle stiffness and discomfort in the upper trapezius for healthy adults aged 18 to 45.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 40 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 45 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Primorska Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Izola) |
| Trial ID | NCT06934668 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the effects of extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) on stiffness in the upper trapezius muscle. Healthy volunteers aged 18 to 45 will undergo baseline measurements using shear-wave elastography (SWE) before receiving ESWT treatment. Post-treatment measurements will assess any changes in muscle stiffness immediately after the intervention. The goal is to determine if a single session of ESWT can improve muscle function and reduce discomfort in this area.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are healthy individuals aged 18 to 45 with no musculoskeletal or neurological disorders.
Not a fit: Patients with recent neck or shoulder pain, myofascial pain syndrome, or those who have had neck or shoulder surgery may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this therapy could provide a non-invasive treatment option for improving muscle function and alleviating discomfort in the upper trapezius region.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific application of ESWT for trapezius muscle stiffness is novel, similar studies have shown promise in using ESWT for other musculoskeletal conditions.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age between 18 and 45 years * Healthy individuals with no current musculoskeletal or neurological disorders * No history of neck or shoulder surgery * Willingness to abstain from vigorous upper-body exercise 24 hours prior to -measurements Exclusion Criteria: * Presence of neck or shoulder pain within the past 3 months * Diagnosed myofascial pain syndrome or fibromyalgia * History of cervical spine injury or neurological conditions affecting upper limbs * Use of analgesic or muscle relaxant medication within 48 hours prior to testing * Pregnancy * Contraindications to ESWT (e.g., bleeding disorders, pacemaker, malignancy in treatment area)
Where this trial is running
Izola
- University of Primorska, Faculty of Health Sciences, Izola — Izola, Slovenia (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Kozinc, PhD — University of Primorska, Faculty of Health Sciences
- Study coordinator: Žiga Kozinc, PhD
- Email: ziga.kozinc@fvz.upr.si
- Phone: +38640161503
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.