Effects of PosturePals® on Pressure Pain Threshold, Cervicothoracic Muscle Activity, Craniovertebral Angle and Quality of Life among adults with Cervicothoracic Pain Syndrome: A Randomized Controlled Trial
试验速览
- 阶段
- 3 期
- 状态
- 尚未招募
- 发起方
- 入组人数
- 57
- 试验地点
- 1
- 主要终点
- 1. Pressure pain threshold using algometer
研究概览
简要总结
Cervicothoracic pain syndrome is a common musculoskeletal condition that affects the neck and upper back, leading to pain, stiffness, and limited range of motion. Conventional treatment methods, such as physical therapy and ergonomic interventions, have shown varying degrees of effectiveness in managing CTPS.
The PosturePals® technique is a specialized form of dynamic taping designed to promote optimal posture and movement patterns. Unlike traditional taping methods, the PosturePals® provide continuous feedback to the body, reminding the individual to maintain correct posture throughout daily activities. Despite the potential benefits of the PosturePals®, there is limited evidence specifically evaluating its effectiveness in managing cervicothoracic pain syndrome. Addressing this gap is essential for establishing the clinical utility of the PosturePals®.
Therefore, there is a critical need for research that specifically investigates the impact of PosturePals® on pressure pain threshold, muscle activity, posture, and quality of life in individuals with cervicothoracic pain syndrome.
研究设计
- 研究类型
- Interventional
- 分配方式
- Randomized
- 盲法
- Participant Blinded
入排标准
- 年龄范围
- 18.00 Year(s) 至 45.00 Year(s)（—）
- 性别
- All
入选标准
- •Pain duration at least 6 weeks or more
- •Pain intensity score of 3 and above on NPRS at cervicothoracic region
- •Individual who has functional limitation or decreased ROM in cervicothoracic region
- •Individuals with sitting time more than 6-8 hours
- •BMI: 18.5–24.9 Kg/m2
- •Chest Circumference will be measured before the application of PosturePals®
- •Participants willing to participate and provide duly signed informed consent form.
排除标准
- •i) History of whiplash injury, cervical and thoracic spine fracture ii) Presence of inflammatory condition such as rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis iii) Presence of any skin condition involving cervical and thoracic region, iv) Presence of neurological conditions such as radiculopathy, myelopathy, and epilepsy v) History of chronic pain syndrome such as fibromyalgia vi) History of psychiatric condition that might influence with study requirements vii) Tape-related allergies.
结局指标
主要结局
1. Pressure pain threshold using algometer
时间窗: Baseline, immediately after 4-week intervention and 2-week follow-up.
2.Electromyography
时间窗: Baseline, immediately after 4-week intervention and 2-week follow-up.
3.Craniovertebral angle
时间窗: Baseline, immediately after 4-week intervention and 2-week follow-up.
次要结局
- Quality of life(Baseline, immediately after 4-week intervention and 2-week follow-up.)
研究者
Dr Shikha Malik
Galgotias University