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Effectiveness of Tele-Rehabilitation in Managing Rhomboid Trigger Points in Patients With Myofascial Pain Syndrome
Sponsor: Riphah International University
Summary
This randomized controlled trial aims to assess the effectiveness of tele-rehabilitation, including self-myofascial release and exercise therapy, in reducing pain, improving functional range of motion, and decreasing neck disability in patients with rhomboid trigger points associated with myofascial pain syndrome.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 35 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
36
Start Date
2026-08-05
Completion Date
2027-02
Last Updated
2026-08-06
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Tele-rehabilitation (ET + Self-Myofascial Release)
1. Self-Myofascial Release: Using a tennis ball against the wall targeting rhomboid region (5 mintues in total). 2. Stretching Exercises: Upper trapezius and levator scapulae stretch (30 seconds hold × 5 repetitions). 3. Postural correction Exercises: cervical retraction and shoulder blade squeezing /retraction ( 5 repetitions). 4. Postural and ergonomic education . 5. Mode of Delivery: Live/video-guided tele-rehabilitation sessions.
Conventional Myofascial Release Treatment
1. Manual Myofascial Release: Therapist performe myofascial release on rhomboid trigger points.( 5 mintues in total) 2. Stretching Exercises: Upper trapezius and levator scapulae stretch (30 seconds hold × 5 repetitions). 3. Postural correction Exercises: cervical retraction and shoulder blade squeezing /retraction ( 5 repetitions). 4. Postural and ergonomic education .
Locations (1)
JPMC
Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan