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
Active Locations (1)
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The University of Faisalabad
Faisalabad, Punjab Province, Pakistan, 38000