Clinical Trial

Effectiveness of Dry Needling Versus Manual Trigger Point Release on Active Rhomboid Trigger Points

Completed
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Summary
This study compares dry needling and manual trigger point release for treating active rhomboid trigger points in 48 patients, assessing pain, ROM, and function. It addresses a gap in evidence for optimal pain management in upper back myofascial pain. Findings will guide clinical practice for more effective, evidence-based interventions.
Protocol Amendment History 1 amendment
This ClinicalTrials.gov record has been amended once since 2025-07-03.
Status change: Not Yet Recruiting → Completed 2026-04-02
Trial Details
NCT Number NCT07062692
Lead Sponsor Riphah International University
Conditions Trigger Point Pain, Myofascial
Enrollment 48 participants
Start Date 2025-04-23
Primary Completion 2025-07-28 (estimated)
Study Completion 2025-12-31 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov 2026-04-08