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 24, 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.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Islamabad, , Pakistan
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