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Comparison of Sustained Natural Apophyseal Glide &Amp; Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization
Sponsor: Riphah International University
Summary
The aim of this randomized controlled trial is to evaluate and compare the effectiveness of two therapeutic techniques-Cervical Sustained Natural Apophyseal Glide (SNAG) and Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM)-in the treatment of mechanical neck pain. The trial seeks to determine which method is more effective in reducing pain, improving range of motion, and enhancing overall neck function in individuals suffering from mechanical neck pain.
Official title: Comparison of Cervical Sustained Natural Apophyseal Glide and Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization on Mechanical Neck Pain
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
20 Years - 45 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
56
Start Date
2024-09-20
Completion Date
2025-12-26
Last Updated
2025-02-21
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Cervical SNAGS (C3-C7) + Conventional PT
Cervical SNAGS at C3-C7 with active movements of lateral flexion and rotation with overpressure at the end range. .Frequency: 10 reps 3 times/week for 3 consecutive weeks Intensity: starting from 20% to 50% resistance across barrier provided by Physical therapist Conventional PT including 1-hot pack for 10 minutes 2-Cervical Stretchings for levator scapulae and sternocleidomastoid 3-cervical isometric exercises, 4. Cervical Range of motion exercises
IASTM (ergon) + Conventional PT
IASTM, ergon applied at levator scapulae and sternocleidomastoid muscle, with 30 strokes at an angle. After that icing done at the levator scapulae and sternocleidomastoid muscle for 5-10 minutes using cold pack.
Locations (1)
Pakistan Railway hospital
Rawalpindi, Punjab Province, Pakistan