Effects of Multimodal Therapy Versus Myofascial Release Techniques in Patient With Upper Cross Syndrome

Not Applicable

Active, not recruiting

• Conditions: Upper Extremity Dysfunction

• Registration Number: NCT06905444
• Lead Sponsor: Superior University

Brief Summary

Upper Cross Syndrome (UCS) is a frequent condition which is most commonly encountered in the musculoskeletal disorders showing a characteristics pattern of muscular imbalance and dysfunction in the joints of the neck and shoulder region. Upper Cross Syndrome remains a prevalent and debilitating condition, despite optimal approaches aimed at reducing pain and improving function.

Detailed Description

This study investigates the additional benefits of Multimodal Therapy and Myofascial Release Technique in individuals with Upper Cross Syndrome. Rooted .The researcher employs a randomized controlled trial methodology. Participants are divided into two groups: one receiving Multimodal Therapy, and the other receiving Myofascial Release Techniques. Outcomes are assessed over a 6-week period, focusing on pain levels, Posture and functional disability by goniometer, Numeric pain rating scale (NPRS), Neck disability index (NDI) scores and REEDCO posture assessment scale.

Study Timeline

• Study Start: 2025-03-20
• Study First Submitted: 2025-03-25
• Study First Submitted QC: 2025-03-25
• Study First Posted: 2025-04-01
• Status Verified: 2025-05
• Last Update Submitted: 2025-05-17
• Last Update Posted: 2025-05-20
• Primary Completion: 2025-06-20
• Study Completion: 2026-02-20

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: ACTIVE_NOT_RECRUITING
• Sex: All
• Target Recruitment: 36

Inclusion Criteria

• Diagnosed by physician with sign and symptoms includes muscle in neck, chest and shoulder become overactive or underactive creating the X shape.
• Office worker.
• Aged 20 to 40 years.
• Male and females.

Exclusion Criteria

• Recent trauma or surgery to the neck or shoulder region.
• Cancer or Metastasis in the neck or shoulder region.
• Infection or Abscess in the neck or shoulder region.
• Neurological conditions.

Study & Design

• Study Type: INTERVENTIONAL
• Study Design: PARALLEL

Primary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
NECK DIABILITY INDEX (NDI)	12 Months	The questionnaire has been designed to evaluate how cervical pain affects ability in managing daily routine functions. There are 10 sections includes 10 questions related to pain intensity, personal care, weight lifting, reading, headaches, concentration, work , driving, sleeping and recreations. Scale between 0-5 score. Total score is 50. 22% or more score is considering significant activities of daily living disability.
REEDCO POSTURE ASSESSMENT SCALE	12 Months	Standard tool for objective and quality measurement of postural deviation association with pictures. This includes name, sex, age, center, date and physiotherapist. The total score is out of 100. Normal range between 80-100% of ROM. Mild restriction 60-79% ROM.Moderate restriction 40-59% and Severe restriction: 0-39% ROM. Interpretation of scale is Good -10, Fair -5, Poor - 0 the assessment of muscle.
NUMERIC PAIN RATING SCALE (NPRS)	12 Months	The 11-point numeric scale ranges from '0' representing "no pain" to feed '10' representing "pain as bad as you can imagine" or "worst pain imaginable".

Trial Locations

Locations (1)

Alkhidmat hospital Sahiwal; 🇵🇰 Sahiwal, Punjab, Pakistan