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Which Hands-On therapy works best for stubborn neck and shoulder pain?

NCT ID NCT07820293

Symptom relief Sponsor: Ibadat International University, Islamabad Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Sep 15, 2026 · Last updated Sep 16, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

Researchers compare two hands-on physiotherapy techniques for trapezius myalgia, a common cause of neck and shoulder pain. Adults aged 18 to 45 with neck pain lasting more than two weeks join the study. Participants receive either instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization or deep transverse friction massage, alongside standard physiotherapy such as TENS, hot packs, stretching, and range-of-motion exercises. The study measures changes in pain intensity, neck movement, muscle strength, and daily function.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization and deep transverse friction massage, two hands-on physiotherapy techniques
What this could lead to
If one technique works better, physiotherapists could have clearer guidance on which hands-on method to use for trapezius myalgia.
What could go wrong
This is a small, single-center study of 42 people, so results may not apply broadly. Both groups also receive standard physiotherapy, which makes it hard to isolate the effect of the massage techniques.

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 42 people

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Started

Mar 2026

Expected to finish

Sep 2026

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 45 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Male and female participants aged 18-45 years. Clinical diagnosis of trapezius myalgia with neck pain lasting more than two weeks. Tenderness over the upper trapezius muscle. NPRS pain score greater than 4. Cervical flexion less than 60° and extension less than 50°. Able to understand the study procedures and provide written informed consent. Exclusion Criteria: * Congenital or structural musculoskeletal deformities (e.g., torticollis, scoliosis, cervical rib). Open wounds, skin infections, or dermatological conditions over the treatment area. Cervical spine or upper limb surgery within the previous 12 months. Cervical radiculopathy, cervical spondylosis, herniated disc, or whiplash injury.

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Trapezius myalgia

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Locations

  • Ibadat International University, Islamabad (Iiui)

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    Islamabad, 46000, Pakistan

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