Stripping Massage on Rhomboid Major and Minor Active Trigger Points in Upper Thoracic Pain

Launched by RIPHAH INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY · Aug 13, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying the effects of a special type of massage called "stripping massage" on specific muscle areas, known as the rhomboid major and minor, in women who experience upper back pain due to active trigger points. Trigger points are sensitive spots in the muscles that can cause pain and discomfort. The goal of the study is to see if this massage technique can help reduce pain, improve movement in the upper back, and enhance overall physical functioning.

To participate in this study, women aged 18 to 40 who have at least one active trigger point in the rhomboid muscles may be eligible. Participants should have upper back pain that is noticeable and can be triggered by certain movements or by pressing on the muscles. However, individuals with a history of neck injuries, surgeries in the neck or shoulder, or certain medical conditions will not be included in the trial. If you choose to take part, you can expect to receive the massage treatment and be monitored for any changes in your pain and movement. This study is currently looking for participants, so it’s a good opportunity to explore a potential new treatment for upper thoracic pain.

Gender

FEMALE

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Participants falling in this category would be recruited into the study.
• • females
• • Age: 18-40
• • Active TrPs in the rhomboid major and minor muscles.
• • Presence of atleast one trigger point in rhomboids (diagnosed by the characteristics like hyperirritable spot in a taut band, twitch response and referral pain)
• • Presence of Jump sign
• • Segmental hypomobility in upper thoracic region identified with positive springing test
• • upper thoracic pain, defined as pain in the body region encompassing from T1 to T4) pain intensity score of ≥ 3 on the numeric pain rating scale (0-10)
• • symptoms provoked by thoracic movement,or palpation of the rhomboid muscles.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Participants falling in this category would be excluded from the study.
• • a history of neck trauma
• • previously had surgery in the neck or shoulder area or suffered from physical injury
• • Fractures, Dislocations, Traumatic injuries, Adhesive capsulitis, thoracic outlet syndrome.
• • any rheumatic condition, osteoporosis, cancer, spinal infection, radicular pain, or neuropathy.