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Self-Myofascial Release of the Upper Cervical Muscles
Sponsor: Edward Via Virginia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Summary
The primary objective is to examine the influence of the suboccipital muscles on the superficial back line. The investigators will measure the following as part of this objective: * Changes in biomechanical and viscoelastic properties of points within the superficial back fascial train measured by a handheld myotonometer. * Pain pressure threshold measured by algometry. * Ankle range of motion. * Foot plantar pressure changes. All participants will have a 5-minute self-myofascial release intervention.
Official title: Exploring the Effect of Self-Myofascial Release of the Upper Cervical Muscles on the Superficial Back Fascial Train
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
19 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
30
Start Date
2024-06-26
Completion Date
2026-04-26
Last Updated
2025-08-07
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Interventions
Occipivot suboccipital pillow self-myofascial release
Subjects will be instructed in the use of the Occipivot suboccipital pillow and how "it should feel." They will be supervised as it is placed. Once verbal verification is obtained regarding the feel and placement of the wedge, the treatment time will begin and continue for 5 minutes.
Locations (1)
Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine-Auburn
Auburn, Alabama, United States