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2024-10-26 @ 3:36 PM
Last Modification Date:
2024-10-26 @ 3:36 PM
Study NCT ID:
NCT06529991
Status:
RECRUITING
Last Update Posted:
None
First Post:
2024-07-12
Brief Title:
Self-Myofascial Release of the Upper Cervical Muscles
Sponsor:
None
Organization:
None
Study Overview
Official Title:
Exploring the Effect of Self-Myofascial Release of the Upper Cervical Muscles on the Superficial Back Fascial Train
Status:
RECRUITING
Status Verified Date:
2024-07
Last Known Status:
None
Delayed Posting:
No
If Stopped, Why?:
Not Stopped
Has Expanded Access:
No
If Expanded Access, NCT#:
N/A
Has Expanded Access, NCT# Status:
N/A
Acronym:
None
Brief Summary:
The primary objective is to examine the influence of the suboccipital muscles on the superficial back line The investigators will measure the following as part of this objective
Changes in biomechanical and viscoelastic properties of points within the superficial back fascial train measured by a handheld myotonometer
Pain pressure threshold measured by algometry
Ankle range of motion
Foot plantar pressure changes
All participants will have a 5-minute self-myofascial release intervention
Changes in biomechanical and viscoelastic properties of points within the superficial back fascial train measured by a handheld myotonometer
Pain pressure threshold measured by algometry
Ankle range of motion
Foot plantar pressure changes
All participants will have a 5-minute self-myofascial release intervention
Detailed Description:
The superficial back line is a network myofascial segments that are connected and extend from the plantar foot up through the posterior lower extremity and back up to the head These connective tissue and muscular tracks play a role in supporting upright stance and motion Dysfunction in one segment of the superficial back line can manifest as pain in a different segment of the fascial system For example hamstring and gastrocnemius muscle tightness have been associated with altered foot biomechanics and pain The suboccipital muscles play an important role in head and body posture therefore they can influence eye positioning as it relates to head movements and perturbations Because of this the suboccipital muscles may have a hierarchical control over the SBFL Dysfunction in the suboccipital muscles may exert more widespread effects on muscles and tissues at distant regions of the SBFL Studies have shown that neck pain and forward head posture are associated with altered gait and ankle posture respectively In addition stress anxiety and poor sleep quality are associated with increased pain sensitivity and disability How the interconnectedness of the SBFL responds to treatment is not fully understood Proper treatment of musculoskeletal pain requires a better understanding of the function of myofascial connections and how dysfunction in one segment affects other regions Also enhanced understanding of the influence of stress anxiety and low sleep quality on response to treatment is needed This understanding will better inform clinical practice and support the need for a more holistic approach to treating musculoskeletal pain
The primary objective is to examine the influence of the suboccipital muscles on the superficial back line Specifically investigators will measure the following as part of this objective
Changes in biomechanical and viscoelastic properties of points within the superficial back fascial train measured by a handheld myotonometer
Pain pressure threshold measured by algometry
Ankle range of motion
Foot plantar pressure changes
A secondary objective is to demonstrate a relationship between changes within the SBFL and stress anxiety sleep quality and non-debilitating pain To achieve this secondary objective the investigators will use the following
Perceived Stress Scale-10 PSS-10
General Anxiety Disorder-7 GAD-7
Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index PSQI
Numerical Rating Scale NRS will be utilized to record participants intensity frequency and duration of non-debilitating lower extremity pain and back pain
The primary objective is to examine the influence of the suboccipital muscles on the superficial back line Specifically investigators will measure the following as part of this objective
Changes in biomechanical and viscoelastic properties of points within the superficial back fascial train measured by a handheld myotonometer
Pain pressure threshold measured by algometry
Ankle range of motion
Foot plantar pressure changes
A secondary objective is to demonstrate a relationship between changes within the SBFL and stress anxiety sleep quality and non-debilitating pain To achieve this secondary objective the investigators will use the following
Perceived Stress Scale-10 PSS-10
General Anxiety Disorder-7 GAD-7
Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index PSQI
Numerical Rating Scale NRS will be utilized to record participants intensity frequency and duration of non-debilitating lower extremity pain and back pain
Study Oversight
Has Oversight DMC:
None
Is a FDA Regulated Drug?:
None
Is a FDA Regulated Device?:
None
Is an Unapproved Device?:
None
Is a PPSD?:
None
Is a US Export?:
None
Is an FDA AA801 Violation?:
None