Manual Therapy Techniques for Cervical Pain: Algometric Evaluation

Condition(s) studied

Investigational drug(s) / intervention(s)

Manual Therapy on the Upper Trapezius with or without Passive Stretching: The intervention consists of manual therapy techniques applied to the upper fibers of the trapezius muscle, including superficial massage, deep massage, and pressure release technique. In one of the experimental groups, this treatment is followed by passive stretching. The control group receives no intervention. Algometric measurements (pressure pain threshold) are taken before and after the intervention, and at one-week and two-week follow-up points to assess the effectiveness and persistence of the treatment.

Study summary

The main objective of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of different manual therapy techniques in the treatment of cervical pain related to the upper trapezius muscle.

The intervention will compare the effects of superficial massage, deep massage, and pressure release technique on pain intensity, assessed through algometry.

Additionally, the study aims to determine whether the application of passive stretching following manual treatment leads to a significantly greater reduction in pain compared to groups that do not receive stretching.

Finally, the persistence of treatment effects will be evaluated one and two weeks after the intervention.

Eligibility

Primary outcome measure(s)

• PPT - Pressure Pain Threshold — Three weeks
  Pressure Pain Threshold (PPT) measured with an algometer (kg/cm²) on the upper trapezius fibers. Measurements will be taken pre-treatment, immediately post-treatment, and at one and two weeks post-intervention.

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