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EFFECTS OF INFLATTABLE CERVICAL TRACTION COLLAR AS COMPARED TO MANUAL TRACION IN THE MANAGEMENT OF CERVICAL RADICULOPATHY

Launched by FOUNDATION UNIVERSITY ISLAMABAD · Apr 10, 2025

Trial Information

Current as of July 23, 2025

Enrolling by invitation

Keywords

ClinConnect Summary

The purpose of this study is to determine the effects of inflatable cervical traction collar as compared to manual traction in the management of cervical radiculopathy on

1. Pain
2. Functional Disability
3. Range of motion Data collection procedure: Participants of interest would be approached and explained about the research. Informed written consent will be taken. Recruited participants will be allocated to either of the groups through a sealed opaque envelope method.

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

  • Inclusion Criteria:
  • Adults aged 19-44 years Neck pain \>4 and \<8 on NPRS NDI scoring \<24(moderate disability) Positive Spurling test Positive Distraction Test Active and passive ROM limited/painful towards the side of pain Radiating Symptoms Numbness/paresthesia radiating to upper limb Both genders Positive - Upper Limb Neural Tension Tests (ULNTT) will be included. -
  • Exclusion Criteria:
  • Patients having Bilateral radiating sign and symptoms Cervical myelopathy Cervical syringomyelia Rheumatoid arthritis Thoracic outlet syndrome Brachial plexopathy Cervical Rib Vertebrobasilar insufficiency Recent history of fracture, surgery, trauma or whiplash Positive alar ligament stress test Positive sharp purser stress test Cervical instability Cancer, tumor or sudden weight loss.
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About Foundation University Islamabad

Foundation University Islamabad (FUI) is a prominent educational institution dedicated to advancing research and innovation in various fields, including clinical sciences. With a commitment to excellence in education and healthcare, FUI fosters a collaborative environment that encourages multidisciplinary research initiatives. The university actively engages in clinical trials aimed at improving patient outcomes and contributing valuable insights to the medical community. Through its state-of-the-art facilities and a team of experienced professionals, Foundation University Islamabad strives to uphold the highest ethical standards in clinical research, ensuring the integrity and reliability of its findings.

Locations

Islamabad, , Pakistan

Patients applied

0 patients applied

Trial Officials

Mehwish Iqbal, DPT

Principal Investigator

Foundation University Islamabad

Muhammad Osama, PhD

Study Director

Foundation University Islamabad

Timeline

First submit

Trial launched

Trial updated

Estimated completion

Not reported