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Stripping Massage Technique and Post-isometric Relaxation
Sponsor: Riphah International University
Summary
This randomized clinical trial investigates the synergistic effects of stripping massage and Post-Isometric Relaxation (PIR) on pain alleviation, ROM and functional movement improvement in individuals with Trapezius myalgia. A purposive sampling approach will select participants aged 18 and 50 years. A total of 44 patients will be taken, who will be randomly divided into two equal groups, each containing 22 patients. Group A will receive standard baseline management, supplemented with heating pad, active stretching, isometrics and ischemic compression, while Group B will receive the combined management (stripping massage + PIR) .
Official title: Combined Effects of Stripping Massage Technique and Post Isometric Relaxation on Pain, ROM and Functional Movement in Patients With Trapezius Myalgia
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 50 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
44
Start Date
2025-07-24
Completion Date
2025-10-20
Last Updated
2025-07-14
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
Stripping Massage Technique:
* The back of the neck and shoulder were uncovered. * Controlled and steady pressure was administered using the thumb along the entirety of the tense trapezius muscle, moving from origin to insertion and perpendicular to the muscle fibers, for approximately 3 minutes, twice weekly over a period of 4 weeks. * The pressure was progressively raised with each subsequent stroke, based on tolerance level.
Post-Isometric Relaxation (PIR)
* During the PIR intervention, the patients rested in a supine position with their necks tilted to the side, away from the affected side, placing the upper trapezius muscle fibers in a stretched position. * A moderate isometric contraction, around 75% of the patient's maximum effort, was performed by the upper trapezius and maintained for 5 seconds, followed by a 3-second relaxation phase. * The therapist then gently mobilized the cervical spine to a new range of motion barrier. * This sequence was repeated four times per session.
Locations (1)
The Perfect Physiotherapy Clinic
Muzaffargarh, Punjab Province, Pakistan