Hamstring SprainNCT05732259
Comparative Effect Of Percussive Therapy Device And Manual Myofascial Release Technique
A study testing Percussion therapy and Manual Myofascial Release technique in people with Hamstring Sprain, run by Sehat Medical Complex at 1 site in Pakistan.
Trial summary
The present study was concerned with the comparison of effect of Theragun PRO and manual myofascial release technique to improve Hamstrings Flexibility in healthy Adults. It was randomized clinical trial on two groups one got percussion therapy by theragun PRO and other got treatment through manual myofascial release… Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 18 to 35 years, men onlyHealthy volunteers can take part
- Conditions the study is for
- Hamstring Sprain
- What is being tested?
- Percussion therapy and Manual Myofascial Release technique
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 30 participants
- Where
- 1 sitePakistan
- Study dates
- 6 Feb 2023to 24 Jun 2023
- Phase
- Interventional
- Are there results?
- None posted in the registry
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 18 to 35 years
- Men only
- Healthy volunteers accepted
- Adult
Who may be able to join
- 18-35 years
- Male gender
- Traffic wardens with 5 years field experience
- Participants labeled by Orthopedic surgeon/Physician with reduced flexibility of hamstring muscle group (Unilateral or Bilateral)
Who cannot join
- Any history of Low back pain.
- Any traumatic History of lower extremity.
- Arthritis
- Sprain or Strain
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
About this study
Official title: Comparative Effect Of Percussive Therapy Device And Manual Myofascial Release Technique To Improve Hamstrings Flexibility In Traffic Wardens
The present study was concerned with the comparison of effect of Theragun PRO and manual myofascial release technique to improve Hamstrings Flexibility in healthy Adults. It was randomized clinical trial on two groups one got percussion therapy by theragun PRO and other got treatment through manual myofascial release technique. The outcome measure was hamstring flexibility.
Read the detailed description
Muscular flexibility is an important aspect of normal human function. Limited flexibility has been shown to predispose a person to reduce quality of life. Several studies developed protocols to improve flexibility of muscles, including manual myofascial release techniques, Stretching techniques or Percussive therapy. The studies about the effects of fascia relaxation and stretching techniques on flexibility reported that fascia relaxation increased flexibility of hamstrings. Many treatments likely combines the elements of a conventional massage and vibration therapy.
There is a lack of scientific evidence as to how and if percussive massage treatment affects ROM and muscle strength. To date, there are many studies on effect of percussive therapy on different muscle group, but investigators did not find work on hamstring muscle group. Therefore, it is aimed to find Comparative effect of Percussive therapy device and manual myofascial release technique to improve Hamstrings Flexibility in healthy Adults.
This was a Randomized clinical trial. Sample was taken through simple random sampling. Investigators will perform randomized clinical trial on two groups one got percussion therapy by theragun PRO and other got treatment through manual myofascial release technique. The outcome measure was hamstring flexibility.
- Conditions
- Hamstring Sprain
- Being tested
- Percussion therapy, Manual Myofascial Release technique
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
Percussion therapyOther
Participant lying in prone position on the couch will receive percussion therapy with Theragun PRO using standard ball head at speed of 1750 rpm, for total of 90 seconds, split into 3 sets of 30 seconds with 10 seconds rest.
Manual Myofascial Release techniqueOther
Manual myofascial release technique for 90 sec continuous.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Percussion therapy group | Active comparator | Group A was given Conventional treatment along with percussion therapy with Theragun PRO (1750-2400 rpm).
•Participants lying in prone position on the couch received percussion therapy with Theragun PRO using standard ball head at speed of 1750 rpm, for total of 90 seconds, split into 3 sets of 30 seconds with 10 seconds rest Receives: Other: Percussion therapy |
| Manual Myofascial Release technique group | Active comparator | Group B was given Conventional treatment along with manual myofascial release technique for 90 sec continuous. Receives: Other: Manual Myofascial Release technique |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Sit to Reach Test (Change is being assessed)
A yardstick is placed on the floor and tape is placed across it at a right angle to the 15 inches mark. The client/patient sits with the yardstick between the legs, with the legs extended at right angles to the taped line on the floor. Heels of the feet should touch the edge of the taped line and be about 10 to 12 inches apart.
The score is the most distant point (cm or in) reached with the fingertips.
Measured: Change from Baseline range of motion at day 4
Active knee extension test (Change is being assessed)
The subject is positioned on the examination table in supine, the lower limb that is'nt examined is positioned in stabilised on the support surface. The opposite limb is elevated so that the hip is in 90degrees of flexion and the knees are extended to reach a position perpendicular to the ground. A lag of 20degrees is considered normal from full extension, anything less than 20degrees is considered as hamstrings tightness. This range needs to be measure using a goniometer placed at the knee with the fulcrum at the lateral epicondyle, the stationary arm parallel to the thigh pointing to the greater trochanter and the moveable arm parallel to the leg pointing to the lateral malleoli.
Measured: Change from Baseline range of motion at day 4
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted16 Feb 2023
- Study start6 Feb 2023
- Primary completion30 May 2023
- Study completion24 Jun 2023
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Other trials for Hamstring SprainStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Interventional
- Phase
- Phase N/A
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- Single blind
- Who is masked
- Participant
- Enrolment
- 30 participants (actual)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Sehat Medical Complex
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Principal investigator, Waseem Javaid, Sehat Medical Complex
- Investigators
- Zaid Mughal, DPT, Principal investigator, University of Lahore
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT05732259
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- zaidmughal001
- Status last verified
- Aug 2023
- First submitted
- 7 Feb 2023
- Last updated
- 29 Aug 2023
- Results posted
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 29 Aug 2023. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- Comparative Effect Of Percussive Therapy Device And Manual Myofascial Release Technique To Improve Hamstrings Flexibility In Traffic Wardens
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT05732259
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- zaidmughal001
- Conditions
- Hamstring Sprain
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Completed
- Enrolment
- 30 participants (actual)
- Lead sponsor
- Sehat Medical ComplexUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 6 Feb 2023 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 30 May 2023 (actual)
- Study completion
- 24 Jun 2023 (actual)
- First posted
- 16 Feb 2023 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
The present study was concerned with the comparison of effect of Theragun PRO and manual myofascial release technique to improve Hamstrings Flexibility in healthy Adults. It was randomized clinical trial on two groups one got percussion therapy by theragun PRO and other got treatment through manual myofascial release technique. The outcome measure was hamstring flexibility.
Detailed description
Muscular flexibility is an important aspect of normal human function. Limited flexibility has been shown to predispose a person to reduce quality of life. Several studies developed protocols to improve flexibility of muscles, including manual myofascial release techniques, Stretching techniques or Percussive therapy. The studies about the effects of fascia relaxation and stretching techniques on flexibility reported that fascia relaxation increased flexibility of hamstrings. Many treatments likely combines the elements of a conventional massage and vibration therapy.
There is a lack of scientific evidence as to how and if percussive massage treatment affects ROM and muscle strength. To date, there are many studies on effect of percussive therapy on different muscle group, but investigators did not find work on hamstring muscle group. Therefore, it is aimed to find Comparative effect of Percussive therapy device and manual myofascial release technique to improve Hamstrings Flexibility in healthy Adults.
This was a Randomized clinical trial. Sample was taken through simple random sampling. Investigators will perform randomized clinical trial on two groups one got percussion therapy by theragun PRO and other got treatment through manual myofascial release technique. The outcome measure was hamstring flexibility.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- Single blind (participant)
- Number of arms
- 2
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Percussion therapy group | Active comparator | Other: Percussion therapyGroup A was given Conventional treatment along with percussion therapy with Theragun PRO (1750-2400 rpm). •Participants lying in prone position on the couch received percussion therapy with Theragun PRO using standard ball head at speed of 1750 rpm, for total of 90 seconds, split into 3 sets of 30 seconds with 10 seconds rest |
| Manual Myofascial Release technique group | Active comparator | Other: Manual Myofascial Release techniqueGroup B was given Conventional treatment along with manual myofascial release technique for 90 sec continuous. |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 18 to 35 years
- Sex
- Male only
- Healthy volunteers
- Accepted
- Age groups
- Adult
Key inclusion criteria (4 listed)
- 18-35 years
- Male gender
- Traffic wardens with 5 years field experience
- Participants labeled by Orthopedic surgeon/Physician with reduced flexibility of hamstring muscle group (Unilateral or Bilateral)
Key exclusion criteria (4 listed)
- Any history of Low back pain.
- Any traumatic History of lower extremity.
- Arthritis
- Sprain or Strain
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| Percussion therapyParticipant lying in prone position on the couch will receive percussion therapy with Theragun PRO using standard ball head at speed of 1750 rpm, for total of 90 seconds, split into 3 sets of 30 seconds with 10 seconds rest. | Other | Percussion therapy group |
| Manual Myofascial Release techniqueManual myofascial release technique for 90 sec continuous. | Other | Manual Myofascial Release technique group |
Primary outcome
Sit to Reach Test (Change is being assessed)
Time frame: Change from Baseline range of motion at day 4
A yardstick is placed on the floor and tape is placed across it at a right angle to the 15 inches mark. The client/patient sits with the yardstick between the legs, with the legs extended at right angles to the taped line on the floor. Heels of the feet should touch the edge of the taped line and be about 10 to 12 inches apart. The score is the most distant point (cm or in) reached with the fingertips.
Active knee extension test (Change is being assessed)
Time frame: Change from Baseline range of motion at day 4
The subject is positioned on the examination table in supine, the lower limb that is'nt examined is positioned in stabilised on the support surface. The opposite limb is elevated so that the hip is in 90degrees of flexion and the knees are extended to reach a position perpendicular to the ground. A lag of 20degrees is considered normal from full extension, anything less than 20degrees is considered as hamstrings tightness. This range needs to be measure using a goniometer placed at the knee with the fulcrum at the lateral epicondyle, the stationary arm parallel to the thigh pointing to the greater trochanter and the moveable arm parallel to the leg pointing to the lateral malleoli.
Results and safety
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 29 Aug 2023.
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Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part. This study is not recruiting at the moment.
Zaid Mughal, DPT principal investigator
University of Lahore
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing Percussion therapy and Manual Myofascial Release technique in people with Hamstring Sprain, run by Sehat Medical Complex at 1 site in Pakistan.
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 4 inclusion and 4 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 29 Aug 2023. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in Pakistan. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Sit to Reach Test (Change is being assessed) (time frame: Change from Baseline range of motion at day 4). The study lists 2 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 29 Aug 2023.