Effect of MET vs Neck Calliet Exercises on Neck Pain and Disability in Nurses

Launched by UNIVERSITY OF FAISALABAD · Aug 22, 2025

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is looking at two different treatments to help reduce neck pain and improve movement in nurses who have pain caused by tight spots (called trigger points) in a muscle called the trapezius, which is located in the neck and shoulders. The study will compare Muscle Energy Techniques (MET), a hands-on therapy where patients use their own muscles to help relieve pain, with Neck Calliet Exercises, which are specific movements designed to stretch and strengthen the neck. The goal is to see which method works better over a four-week period.

Women nurses between the ages of 18 and 30 who have mild to moderate neck pain (rated 3 to 5 on a pain scale) mainly around the neck or shoulder area, and who have at least one trigger point in the trapezius muscle, may be eligible to join. Participants should not have had any recent neck treatments and must be willing to take part in the study. If selected, they will receive one of the two treatments for four weeks, and researchers will measure changes in their pain levels, neck movement, and how much the pain affects their daily activities. It’s important to note that this study is not yet recruiting participants, and people with certain health conditions or recent surgeries will not be eligible.

Gender

FEMALE

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Female nurses Between 18 and 30 years of age Having mechanical neck discomfort that is confined to the cervical or bilateral scapular regions (pain level must be 3-5 VAS) There must be at least one trigger point in trapezius muscle The participant must be ready to participate No clinical therapy for neck pain must have been performed in the preceding month -
• • Exclusion Criteria:A recent medical history including surgery on the shoulder or neck Signs of myelopathy in the clinic or radiculopathy Diagnosed Fibromyalgia syndrome, psychiatric problems Pregnancy Cervical stenosis, malignancy (cervical, breast cancer) Thoracic outlet syndrome Vestibulobasilar artery syndrome Whiplash injury Diagnosis of migraine Diabetes type I, systematic illness of cardio-respiratory system Congenital deformities affecting the spine, shoulders, and limbs Osteoporosis of cervical spine or cervical myeloma
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