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Compares treatment options for Upper Cross Syndrome
Official title Effects of Muscle Energy Technique Versus Cervical and Scapulothoracic Stabilization Exercises in Upper Crossed Syndrome
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07025993
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study will be a randomized clinical trial and will be conducted in Younus Hospital, Tehsil headquarters hospital Daska, and Riphah Rehabilitation Clinic Lahore. Non-probability consecutive sampling will be used to collect the data.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 65
You may be able to join if
- Both gender diagnosed with upper crossed syndrome
- Patient having neck pain of 4 to 12 weeks
- Pain reported on NRPS score ˃6/10 in the neck region
- people agree to sign the written consent form.
You likely can't join if
- Exclusion criteria Patients were excluded if they were diagnosed with the following conditions for ˃6 months
- Tuberculosis, carcinoma, heart disease, and osteoporosis
- Neural disorders due to prolapsed intervertebral disc
- Any trauma or localized infection in neck region
- Upper motor neuron disease, cervical stenosis, and metabolic diseases in bone and joint
- Hyper flexibility
See the full eligibility criteria
- Both gender diagnosed with upper crossed syndrome
- Patient having neck pain of 4 to 12 weeks
- Pain reported on NRPS score ˃6/10 in the neck region
- people agree to sign the written consent form.
- Exclusion criteria Patients were excluded if they were diagnosed with the following conditions for ˃6 months
- Tuberculosis, carcinoma, heart disease, and osteoporosis
- Neural disorders due to prolapsed intervertebral disc
- Any trauma or localized infection in neck region
- Upper motor neuron disease, cervical stenosis, and metabolic diseases in bone and joint
- Hyper flexibility
- Open sores
- Ongoing radiotherapy, chemotherapy, steroid therapy, or anticoagulants
- Psychiatric diseases such as phobia/obsession and depression
- Allergy to hot pack
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 65 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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