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NCT07573527
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Effectiveness of Tele-Rehabilitation in Managing Rhomboid Trigger Points in Patients With Myofascial Pain Syndrome

Sponsor: Riphah International University

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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

Interventions

OTHER

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.

OTHER

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