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Comparison of Post Isometric Relaxation and Graston Technique in Mechanical Neck Pain.
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Graston technique and post isometric relaxation for Mechanical Neck Pain. Completed, enrolled 20 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
The aim of this research is to compare the effects of post isometric relaxation and graston technique in mechanical neck pain. Post isometric relaxation and graston effects on pain , cervical range of motion and function. A randomized controlled trial was done at Max health hospital G-8 markaz Islamabad . The sample size was 20. The Participants were divided into two groups,10 participants in group A (post iso metric relaxation) and 10 in group B (Graston technique ) . The study duration was 6 months. Sampling technique applied was purposive sampling technique Randomized through sealed enveloped method . Only 18 to 50 years participants with mechanical neck pain were included in the study . Outcome measure Tools used in this study were Numerical pain rating scale (NPRS) ,inclinometer for cervical ROM, Algometer for pain pressure threshold and Neck disability index for assessing functional disability . Data analyzed through SPSS version 20.
Study Details
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Interventions
Experimental group included Graston technique :The protocol consist of Longitudinal stroking parallel to muscle fiber for 1min , spin over trigger points for 1 min using knob of instrument and fanning for 2 min.
Post Isometric Relaxation, 5 rep , 20% isometric contraction 10 sec , 20 sec of stretch hold beyond resistance barrier