Effects of Active Release Technique and Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization in Patients With Migraine

Not Applicable

Completed

• Conditions: Migraine Disorders

• Registration Number: NCT06197542
• Lead Sponsor: Riphah International University

Brief Summary

Rationale of this research is to evaluate the outcome of active release technique and Instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization on trigger points in subjects with Migraine. The significance of this study is to identify which technique is superior in alleviating the symptoms of migraine. This study will help gather evidence on the practice of incorporating trigger point therapy in the treatment of Migraine.

Detailed Description

Migraine is a neurological condition that typically causes painful headache attacks lasting from four to 72 hours that occur with additional symptoms, such as sensitivity to light, sound, smell, or touch. Migraines occur most frequently in the morning, especially upon waking. Migraines can be triggered by stress or hormones. Migraine attacks are debilitating and can hinder the day to day activities and productivity of the patient. The purpose of the study was to evaluate the effects of active release technique and instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization on trigger points. It was a randomized, controlled trial, conducted among migraine patients. Sample size was 54 by using Epitool software. Participants were randomly assigned to the intervention or control group after a baseline assessment with a lottery ticket and an opaque envelope.All participants in both groups were evaluated on baseline and post-intervention.

Study Timeline

• Study Start: 2023-04-10
• Primary Completion: 2023-11-15
• Study Completion: 2023-11-15
• Status Verified: 2023-12
• Study First Submitted: 2023-12-26
• Study First Submitted QC: 2023-12-26
• Last Update Submitted: 2023-12-26
• Study First Posted: 2024-01-09
• Last Update Posted: 2024-01-09

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: COMPLETED
• Sex: All
• Target Recruitment: 54

Inclusion Criteria

Both male and female 18-30 years Trigger points in Trapezius , Sternocleidomastoid and Sub-occipitals (Identified using Travel and Simmons Criteria) Migraine without Aura Subjects were cognitively capable and competent to follow the instructions

Exclusion Criteria

Dysfunctions in the temporomandibular joint. Participant with a history of basilar migraine or hemiplegic migraine Fracture of Cervical Spine Currently on Medication for Migraine

Study & Design

• Study Type: INTERVENTIONAL
• Study Design: PARALLEL

Primary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
Numeric Pain Rate Scale:	3rd week	Numeric Pain Rate Scale used to measure pain intensity.
Cervical Goniometer	3rd week	Cervical Goniometer used to assess cervical ranges.

Secondary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
HIT-6 Headache Impact Test	3rd week	The Headache Impact Test (HIT) is a tool used to measure the impact headaches have on your ability to function on the job, at school, at home and in social situations.

Trial Locations

Locations (1)

Gulberg green campus of Riphah International University; 🇵🇰 Islamabad, Punjab, Pakistan