NCT07681661 Massage Gun vs Deep Friction Massage for Upper Trapezius Trigger Points
| NCT ID | NCT07681661 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | Ibadat International University, Islamabad |
| Condition | Myofacial Trigger Points of Upper Trapezius |
| Study Type | INTERVENTIONAL |
| Enrollment | 46 participants |
| Start Date | 2026-01-01 |
| Primary Completion | 2026-08-01 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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What to Expect as a Participant
You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.
This trial targets 46 participants in total. It began in 2026-01-01 with a primary completion date of 2026-08-01.
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Brief Summary
This study compares the effectiveness of Massage Gun Therapy and Deep Friction Massage in individuals with upper trapezius myofascial trigger points. The interventions will be evaluated for their effects on pain intensity, pressure pain threshold, cervical range of motion, and neck disability. The aim is to determine which treatment is more effective in reducing pain and improving functional outcomes.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Presence of active trigger points in the upper trapezius (confirmed by palpation, referred pain pattern, and pain reproduction)(travell and simson's method). Moderate to severe pain (VAS\>4/10). No prior treatment for neck/shoulder pain in past 4 weeks. Age 24-45 years (young adults according to WHO classification) Both genders Exclusion Criteria:History of cervical spine surgery or severe musculoskeletal pathology. Neurological deficits. Systemic disease (e.g., rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia). Recent trauma or fractures in the neck/shoulder region. Current pregnancy. \-
Contact & Investigator
MUHAMMAD ASHAR RAFI, DPT, MS-NMPT
PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
Ibadat International University, Islamabad
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT07681661 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 24 Years or older, up to 45 Years, studying Myofacial Trigger Points of Upper Trapezius. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT07681661 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT07681661 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at ashar.rafi@uipt.iiui.edu.pk for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT07681661 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Islamabad, Pakistan.
Who is sponsoring the NCT07681661 clinical trial?
NCT07681661 is sponsored by Ibadat International University, Islamabad. The principal investigator is MUHAMMAD ASHAR RAFI, DPT, MS-NMPT at Ibadat International University, Islamabad. The trial plans to enroll 46 participants.