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Comparative Effects of Manuel and Percussion Massage in İndividuals With Neck Pain
Sponsor: Tarsus University
Summary
This study aimed to compare the immediate effects of classical hands-on massage and percussion massage in individuals with neck pain. Participants were randomly assigned to receive one of the two massage techniques. The study evaluated changes in muscle mechanical properties, pressure pain sensitivity, and anxiety, as well as patient satisfaction and therapist fatigue. The findings may contribute to a better understanding of the effects of different massage techniques in the management of neck pain.
Official title: Comparative Effects of Hand-On and Percussion Massage in Individuals With Neck Pain
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 25 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
28
Start Date
2024-08-28
Completion Date
2025-08-15
Last Updated
2026-10-19
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Manual Massage
A single 20-minute session of manual massage was administered to the neck region by a physiotherapist.
Percussion Massage
A single 20-minute session of percussion massage was administered to the neck region by a physiotherapist using a percussion massage device.
Locations (1)
Tarsus University
Tarsus, Tarsus-Mersin Select One ---, Turkey (Türkiye)