Trigger point therapy and shock waves for neck pain
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Pain clinical trials.
This study compares two treatments for neck pain caused by trigger points (knots) in the upper shoulder muscle: a hands-on pressure technique called activator trigger point therapy, and shock wave therapy (sound waves). It aims to find which works better for reducing pain and improving shoulder function.
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Who can take part
- You are between 25 and 40 years old.
- Your BMI (a height-to-weight ratio) is between 20 and 30.
- You have neck pain from active trigger points (knots) in the upper shoulder muscle, confirmed by a doctor.
- You have not had neck trauma, neck surgery, or a neck fracture.
- You do not have fibromyalgia, a severe neck problem (like a disc prolapse), or a serious overall illness.
- You are willing to attend treatment sessions and follow the study plan.
Quick eligibility check
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