Status:

RECRUITING

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

Lead Sponsor:

University of Faisalabad

Conditions:

Trigger Point Pain, Myofascial

Eligibility:

FEMALE

18-30 years

Phase:

NA

Brief Summary

This study compares the effectiveness of Muscle Energy Techniques (MET) and Neck Calliet Exercises in managing mechanical neck pain and associated disability due to trapezius trigger points among nurs...

Detailed Description

Musculoskeletal disorders, particularly neck pain, are highly prevalent among nurses due to repetitive strain, prolonged standing, and non-ergonomic work postures. One of the major contributors to mec...

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

  • 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

  • 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

Key Trial Info

Start Date :

August 15 2025

Trial Type :

INTERVENTIONAL

Allocation :

ESTIMATED

End Date :

September 30 2025

Estimated Enrollment :

38 Patients enrolled

Trial Details

Trial ID

NCT07138807

Start Date

August 15 2025

End Date

September 30 2025

Last Update

September 12 2025

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The University of Faisalabad

Faisalabad, Punjab Province, Pakistan, 38000