Myofascial Neck PainNCT07692126
Core Stability vs Scapular Stabilization on Hand Grip Strength in Chronic Myofascial Neck Pain
A study testing Core Stability Exercise Protocol, Scapular stabilization Exercise Protocol and Traditional Physical Therapy Protocol in people with Myofascial Neck Pain and Hand Grip Strength, run by Cairo University at 1 site in Egypt.
Trial summary
Chronic myofascial neck pain (CMNP) is a painful non-articular musculoskeletal neck syndrome that is a persistent and prevalent with a high incidence of recurrence rate range 30-93%.Management of myofascial trigger points were directed at its deactivation, and prevention of its recurrence. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 25 to 45 years
- Conditions the study is for
- Myofascial Neck Pain, Hand Grip Strength, Pressure Pain Threshold
- What is being tested?
- Core Stability Exercise Protocol, Scapular stabilization Exercise Protocol and Traditional Physical Therapy Protocol
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 60 participants
- Where
- 1 siteEgypt
- Study dates
- 1 Jun 2026to 30 Jun 2027
- Phase
- Interventional
- Are there results?
- Not yet: the study is under way
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 25 to 45 years
- All sexes
- No healthy volunteers
- Adult
Who may be able to join
- Patients diagnosed with chronic myofascial neck pain depending on referral, and physical examination.
- Sixty patients diagnosed with chronic myofascial neck pain for more than six months.
- Patients age range will 25-45 years
- Patients body mass index (BMI) will be 18.5-24.9 kg/m2
- Each patient suffering from all active MTrPs in the upper trapezius muscle with painful/ tender nodule.
- Patients have a constant neck pain with positive jump sign when palpating the upper trapezius muscle.
- Patients have referred pain, and symptoms of ipsilateral hand muscle weakness.
- No history of undergoing physiotherapy modalities or corticosteroid injection therapies in the past six months before the study
Who cannot join
- Presence of signs of severe pathology such as malignancies, mainly of the cervical region.
- Fracture of the cervical spine.
- Cervical radiculopathy or myelopathy.
- Diabetes mellitus.
- Trauma, cognitive anomalies, and surgery around neck, shoulders, or hand.
- Fibromyalgia or vascular syndromes such as vertebral basilar insufficiency.
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- Pregnancy.
- Having undergone physical therapy within the past three months before the study.
- Having corticosteroid injection therapies in the past 3 months before the study.
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country. Contact the study team or a site near you to ask about taking part.
Egypt1 site, 1 recruiting
- Recruiting
Cairo University
Giza, Giza Governorate, 11432
Adnan AA Gharib, PHD, 01065798861, dradnanpts@gmail.com
Magda Ramadan Zahran, Assistant Professor, 01065798861, dradnanpts@gmail.com
About this study
Official title: Core Stability Exercises Versus Scapular Stabilization Exercises on Hand Grip Strength in Patients With Chronic Myofascial Neck Pain
Chronic myofascial neck pain (CMNP) is a painful non-articular musculoskeletal neck syndrome that is a persistent and prevalent with a high incidence of recurrence rate range 30-93%.Management of myofascial trigger points were directed at its deactivation, and prevention of its recurrence. Based on mechanical kinetic chain, the upper extremity functions as a unique system of connected segments those collaborated in a harmony in order to perform daily life activities. Core stability exercises maximize motor pathways mechanoreceptors' activities, as well scapular stabilization exercises are generally recommended based on reported benefits in terms of chronic neck pain. The relationship between chronic myofascial neck pain, and hand disability is quite strong. From mechanical point of view, core stability exercises improve trunk stability in line to enhance upper extremity efficiency that facilitates hand, and pinch grasping. In addition, scapular stabilization exercises could improve both hand, and pinch grasp strength and dexterity. Therefore, this randomized clinical trial will be conducted in line to clarify the superiority of the therapeutic effects between core stability exercises, scapular stabilization exercises, and conventional physical therapy program on hand grip strength, pinch grip strength, neck pain intensity level, pain pressure threshold, and whole upper extremity functional level in patients with chronic myofascial neck pain.
Read the detailed description
Chronic myofascial neck pain (CMNP) is a painful non-articular musculoskeletal neck syndrome that is a persistent and prevalent with a frequently reported myofascial trigger points (MTrPs) at upper trapezius with a reported prevalence of up to 93.75%. Individuals with upper trapezius MTrPs would have an overall upper extremity muscular strength reduction that ultimately resulting in decline hand grip strength. positive relation between core endurance and hand grip strength. That finding may be explained by the fact that the core region exhibits an anatomical, and biomechanical interconnection with the extremities, characterized by a prominent muscular linkage. Both core and scapular stabilization exercises has been addressed as one of the most evidence-based modalities. core acts as a the central most part of the kinetic chain, or a double walled cylinder with abdominals in front, multifidis as back, diaphragm as a roof, pelvic floor at the bottom. Where upper extremities connect with core, and attached extremities articulations that transfer energy from torso proximally to extremities' parts distally during functional activities . Scapular stability represents a vital role in terms of whole upper extremity functioning. The research gap to answer the question; Are there any significant differences between core stability exercises, scapular stabilization exercises, and conventional physical therapy program on hand grip strength, pinch grip strength, neck pain intensity level, pain pressure threshold, and whole upper extremity functional level in patients with chronic myofascial neck pain?
- Conditions
- Myofascial Neck Pain, Hand Grip Strength, Pressure Pain Threshold, Trigger Point in Trapezius Muscle, Core Muscle Weakness, Scapular Muscle Endurance
- Being tested
- Core Stability Exercise Protocol, Scapular stabilization Exercise Protocol, Traditional Physical Therapy Protocol
- Keywords
- Core Stability Exercise, Scapular Stabilization Exercises, Hand Grip Strength, Chronic Myofascial neck syndrome, Trigger Points, Upper Trapezius, Pinch Grip Strength, Hand Held Dynamometer, Pressure Pain Threshold, Pressure Algometer, Diability of the Arm, Shoulder, and Hand Questionnaire (Arabic version), (Arabic-Q-DASH)
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
Core Stability Exercise ProtocolOther
The core stability exercise protocol will be conducted to experimental group (A), only. The core stability exercise protocol will be conducted for 40-45 minutes (10 minutes worm-up 'stretch exercises', 25 minutes core stabilization exercises, and 5-10 minutes cool down exercises 'stretch exercises') 3 sections/ week for six weeks
- Diaphragm Core '';360 degree expansion breathing, weighted breathing 2. Transverse abdominis 'Abdominal drawing in maneuver, supine vacuum, pelvic tilt'; 3. Multifidus 'quadruped altered leg/arm, bridge with leg extension'; 4. Pelvic Floor muscles/Kegel, bridging, and bridging dog, and squat Core stability exercise.
Scapular stabilization Exercise ProtocolOther
The scapular stabilization exercise protocol will be conducted to experimental group (B), only. The core scapular stabilization exercise protocol will be conducted for 40-45 minutes (10 minutes worm-up 'stretch exercises', 25 minutes scapular stabilization exercises, and 5-10 minutes cool down exercises 'stretch exercises') 3 sections/ week for six weeks
- Open chain stabilization exercises 'scapular elevation/depression, upward/downward rotation', b. Static closed chain stabilization exercises 'Protected weight bearing through both hands leaning against wall', c. Dynamic closed chain stabilization exercises 'scapular retraction'
Traditional Physical Therapy ProtocolOther
- Ischemic compression; apply an intermittent ischemic compression on the identified MTrPs within upper trapezius via the researcher thumb for ninety seconds.
- Strain-counter strain; apply pressure at MTrPs within stretched upper trapezius, with patient will move the affected shoulder passively to 90° of abduction and external rotation for ninety seconds.
- Muscle Energy Technique; patient will do lateral neck flexion to opposite side, and will maintained for 10 seconds, will apply thirty seconds of stretch for ipsilateral affected upper trapezius
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Experimental Group A (Core Stability) | Experimental | consists of 20 participants who receive core stability exercises, plus the traditional physical therapy program in the form of ischemic compression of upper trapezius muscle, strain-counter strain of upper trapezius muscle, and muscle energy technique of upper trapezius muscle, three sessions per week for 6 weeks. Receives: Other: Core Stability Exercise Protocol; Other: Traditional Physical Therapy Protocol |
| Experimental Group B (Scapular Stabilization) | Experimental | consists of 20 participants who receive scapular stabilization exercise, plus the traditional physical therapy program, three sessions per week for 6 weeks. Receives: Other: Scapular stabilization Exercise Protocol; Other: Traditional Physical Therapy Protocol |
| Control Group C (Traditional Physical Therapy Program) | Active comparator | consists of 20 participants who receive the traditional physical therapy program, three sessions per week for 6 weeks, only Receives: Other: Traditional Physical Therapy Protocol |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Hand Grip Strength
Hand-held Dynamometer (SAMMONS PRESTON, INC. Bolingbrook, IL604404989) will be used to measure it. The patient will sit on a standard height chair with no armrest with his/ her forearm in a neutral position, and shoulder in adducted and neutral rotation, with elbow flexed 90 degrees (°). The patient will be requested to squeeze the ipsilateral hand on the hand grip dynamometer handle accordingly to the ordered verbs 'i.e., one, two, three, squeeze…harder, harder'. Three measures will be conducted with one minute a break in between, then the average will be recorded in value score.
Measured: 1. At Baseline (Pre-procedure), 2. Post-treatment (Post 6 weeks of treatment program).
Pinch Grip Strength
The pinch gauge (FEI, White plains, NY 10602, USA) will be used to measure the pinch grip strength, it is a valid and reliable tool. The patient will sit on a standard height chair with no armrest with his/ her shoulder, elbow, forearm, and wrist in a neutral position. The patient will be requested to squeeze the thumb pad as firm as possible against the lateral aspect of index fingers' middle phalanx, while the examiner will hold the distal end of the pinch gauge. Three measures will be conducted with one minute a break in between, then the average will be recorded in a score value.
Measured: 1. At Baseline (Pre-procedure), 2. Post-treatment (Post 6 weeks of treatment program).
Secondary outcomes (3)
Chronic Myofascial Neck Pain Intensity assessment using Numerical Pain Rating Scale:
Numerical Pain Rating Scale will be used to assess chronic myofascial neck pain intensity, The patient will be in a relaxed position then will be given the appendix which contains numerical pain rating scale. It involves a 0-10 scale, where 0 represents "no pain" and 10 represents "the worst pain imaginable" The patient will be instructed to place a vertical mark on the line to indicate his/her pain.
Measured: 1. At Baseline (Pre-procedure), 2. Post-treatment (Post 6 weeks of treatment program).
Pressure Pain Threshold using electronic pressure algometer
The electronic pressure algometer 'force one gauge model FDI' (Wagner instruments, Greenwash, CT, USA) will be used to measure it, it is a valid and reliable tool. Over trigger point recognized via jump sign clinically, a dial-style pressure algometry will be installed while a steady vertical pressure will be applied. When the patient reported only mild pain, the patient will be asked to raise hand to indicate it. Three measures will be conducted with one minute a break in between, then average will be recorded in value.
Measured: 1. At Baseline (Pre-procedure), 2. Post-treatment (Post 6 weeks of treatment program).
Whole Upper Extremity Functional Level using Arabic-Q-DASH scale
The whole upper extremity functional level will be evaluated using Arabic-Q-DASH it is a valid and reliable tool. The Arabic-Q-DASH is like the original questionnaire. Items have a rating scale ranged from 1 to 5. The patient will be instructed to place a score that the examiner will transform it into a value between 0 and 100. The high score indicates better hand function outcomes with exception of pain, where high value indicates more intense pain score.
Measured: 1. At Baseline (Pre-procedure), 2. Post-treatment (Post 6 weeks of treatment program).
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted9 Jul 2026
- Study start1 Jun 2026
- Primary completion1 Jan 2027 (estimated)
- Study completion30 Jun 2027 (estimated)
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Other trials for Myofascial Neck PainStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- More trials run by Cairo UniversityThe sponsor's other registered studies.
- 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
- Model description
- A double- blind, pretest-posttest randomized clinical controlled
- Masking
- Quadruple blind
- Who is masked
- Participant, Care provider, Investigator, Outcomes assessor
- Enrolment
- 60 participants (estimated)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Cairo University
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Principal investigator, Adnan Abdelkhalik Atwa Gharib, Cairo University
- Investigators
- Sohair Shehata Rezkallah, Professor, Study director, Cairo University; Faculty of Physical Therapy
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07692126
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- P.T.REC/012/006550
- Status last verified
- Jul 2026
- First submitted
- 29 Jun 2026
- Last updated
- 10 Jul 2026
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- Yes
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- No
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 10 Jul 2026. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- Core Stability Exercises Versus Scapular Stabilization Exercises on Hand Grip Strength in Patients With Chronic Myofascial Neck Pain
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07692126
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- P.T.REC/012/006550
- Conditions
- Myofascial Neck Pain, Hand Grip Strength, Pressure Pain Threshold, Trigger Point in Trapezius Muscle, Core Muscle Weakness, Scapular Muscle Endurance
- Keywords
- Core Stability Exercise, Scapular Stabilization Exercises, Hand Grip Strength, Chronic Myofascial neck syndrome, Trigger Points, Upper Trapezius, Pinch Grip Strength, Hand Held Dynamometer
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Recruiting
- Enrolment
- 60 participants (estimated)
- Lead sponsor
- Cairo UniversityUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 1 Jun 2026 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 1 Jan 2027 (estimated)
- Study completion
- 30 Jun 2027 (estimated)
- First posted
- 9 Jul 2026 (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.
Chronic myofascial neck pain (CMNP) is a painful non-articular musculoskeletal neck syndrome that is a persistent and prevalent with a high incidence of recurrence rate range 30-93%.Management of myofascial trigger points were directed at its deactivation, and prevention of its recurrence. Based on mechanical kinetic chain, the upper extremity functions as a unique system of connected segments those collaborated in a harmony in order to perform daily life activities. Core stability exercises maximize motor pathways mechanoreceptors' activities, as well scapular stabilization exercises are generally recommended based on reported benefits in terms of chronic neck pain. The relationship between chronic myofascial neck pain, and hand disability is quite strong. From mechanical point of view, core stability exercises improve trunk stability in line to enhance upper extremity efficiency that facilitates hand, and pinch grasping. In addition, scapular stabilization exercises could improve both hand, and pinch grasp strength and dexterity. Therefore, this randomized clinical trial will be conducted in line to clarify the superiority of the therapeutic effects between core stability exercises, scapular stabilization exercises, and conventional physical therapy program on hand grip strength, pinch grip strength, neck pain intensity level, pain pressure threshold, and whole upper extremity functional level in patients with chronic myofascial neck pain.
Detailed description
Chronic myofascial neck pain (CMNP) is a painful non-articular musculoskeletal neck syndrome that is a persistent and prevalent with a frequently reported myofascial trigger points (MTrPs) at upper trapezius with a reported prevalence of up to 93.75%. Individuals with upper trapezius MTrPs would have an overall upper extremity muscular strength reduction that ultimately resulting in decline hand grip strength. positive relation between core endurance and hand grip strength. That finding may be explained by the fact that the core region exhibits an anatomical, and biomechanical interconnection with the extremities, characterized by a prominent muscular linkage. Both core and scapular stabilization exercises has been addressed as one of the most evidence-based modalities. core acts as a the central most part of the kinetic chain, or a double walled cylinder with abdominals in front, multifidis as back, diaphragm as a roof, pelvic floor at the bottom. Where upper extremities connect with core, and attached extremities articulations that transfer energy from torso proximally to extremities' parts distally during functional activities . Scapular stability represents a vital role in terms of whole upper extremity functioning. The research gap to answer the question; Are there any significant differences between core stability exercises, scapular stabilization exercises, and conventional physical therapy program on hand grip strength, pinch grip strength, neck pain intensity level, pain pressure threshold, and whole upper extremity functional level in patients with chronic myofascial neck pain?
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- Quadruple blind (participant, care provider, investigator, outcomes assessor)
- Number of arms
- 3
- Model description
- A double- blind, pretest-posttest randomized clinical controlled
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Experimental Group A (Core Stability) | Experimental | Other: Core Stability Exercise Protocol, Other: Traditional Physical Therapy Protocolconsists of 20 participants who receive core stability exercises, plus the traditional physical therapy program in the form of ischemic compression of upper trapezius muscle, strain-counter strain of upper trapezius muscle, and muscle energy technique of upper trapezius muscle, three sessions per week for 6 weeks. |
| Experimental Group B (Scapular Stabilization) | Experimental | Other: Scapular stabilization Exercise Protocol, Other: Traditional Physical Therapy Protocolconsists of 20 participants who receive scapular stabilization exercise, plus the traditional physical therapy program, three sessions per week for 6 weeks. |
| Control Group C (Traditional Physical Therapy Program) | Active comparator | Other: Traditional Physical Therapy Protocolconsists of 20 participants who receive the traditional physical therapy program, three sessions per week for 6 weeks, only |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 25 to 45 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Not accepted
- Age groups
- Adult
Key inclusion criteria (8 listed)
- Patients diagnosed with chronic myofascial neck pain depending on referral, and physical examination.
- Sixty patients diagnosed with chronic myofascial neck pain for more than six months.
- Patients age range will 25-45 years
- Patients body mass index (BMI) will be 18.5-24.9 kg/m2
- Each patient suffering from all active MTrPs in the upper trapezius muscle with painful/ tender nodule.
Key exclusion criteria (9 listed)
- Presence of signs of severe pathology such as malignancies, mainly of the cervical region.
- Fracture of the cervical spine.
- Cervical radiculopathy or myelopathy.
- Diabetes mellitus.
- Trauma, cognitive anomalies, and surgery around neck, shoulders, or hand.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Core Stability Exercise ProtocolThe core stability exercise protocol will be conducted to experimental group (A), only. The core stability exercise protocol will be conducted for 40-45 minutes (10 minutes worm-up 'stretch exercises', 25 minutes core stabilization exercises, and 5-10 minutes cool down exercises 'stretch exercises') 3 sections/ week for six weeks 1. Diaphragm Core '';360 degree expansion breathing, weighted breathing 2. Transverse abdominis 'Abdominal drawing in maneuver, supine vacuum, pelvic tilt'; 3. Multifidus 'quadruped altered leg/arm, bridge with leg extension'; 4. Pelvic Floor muscles/Kegel, bridging, and bridging dog, and squat Core stability exercise. | Other | Experimental Group A (Core Stability) |
| Scapular stabilization Exercise ProtocolThe scapular stabilization exercise protocol will be conducted to experimental group (B), only. The core scapular stabilization exercise protocol will be conducted for 40-45 minutes (10 minutes worm-up 'stretch exercises', 25 minutes scapular stabilization exercises, and 5-10 minutes cool down exercises 'stretch exercises') 3 sections/ week for six weeks a. Open chain stabilization exercises 'scapular elevation/depression, upward/downward rotation', b. Static closed chain stabilization exercises 'Protected weight bearing through both hands leaning against wall', c. Dynamic closed chain stabilization exercises 'scapular retraction' | Other | Experimental Group B (Scapular Stabilization) |
| Traditional Physical Therapy Protocol1. Ischemic compression; apply an intermittent ischemic compression on the identified MTrPs within upper trapezius via the researcher thumb for ninety seconds. 2. Strain-counter strain; apply pressure at MTrPs within stretched upper trapezius, with patient will move the affected shoulder passively to 90° of abduction and external rotation for ninety seconds. 3. Muscle Energy Technique; patient will do lateral neck flexion to opposite side, and will maintained for 10 seconds, will apply thirty seconds of stretch for ipsilateral affected upper trapezius | Other | Control Group C (Traditional Physical Therapy Program), Experimental Group A (Core Stability), Experimental Group B (Scapular Stabilization) |
Primary outcome
Hand Grip Strength
Time frame: 1. At Baseline (Pre-procedure), 2. Post-treatment (Post 6 weeks of treatment program).
Hand-held Dynamometer (SAMMONS PRESTON, INC. Bolingbrook, IL604404989) will be used to measure it. The patient will sit on a standard height chair with no armrest with his/ her forearm in a neutral position, and shoulder in adducted and neutral rotation, with elbow flexed 90 degrees (°). The patient will be requested to squeeze the ipsilateral hand on the hand grip dynamometer handle accordingly to the ordered verbs 'i.e., one, two, three, squeeze…harder, harder'. Three measures will be conducted with one minute a break in between, then the average will be recorded in value score.
Pinch Grip Strength
Time frame: 1. At Baseline (Pre-procedure), 2. Post-treatment (Post 6 weeks of treatment program).
The pinch gauge (FEI, White plains, NY 10602, USA) will be used to measure the pinch grip strength, it is a valid and reliable tool. The patient will sit on a standard height chair with no armrest with his/ her shoulder, elbow, forearm, and wrist in a neutral position. The patient will be requested to squeeze the thumb pad as firm as possible against the lateral aspect of index fingers' middle phalanx, while the examiner will hold the distal end of the pinch gauge. Three measures will be conducted with one minute a break in between, then the average will be recorded in a score value.
3 secondary outcomes
Chronic Myofascial Neck Pain Intensity assessment using Numerical Pain Rating Scale:
Time frame: 1. At Baseline (Pre-procedure), 2. Post-treatment (Post 6 weeks of treatment program).
Pressure Pain Threshold using electronic pressure algometer
Time frame: 1. At Baseline (Pre-procedure), 2. Post-treatment (Post 6 weeks of treatment program).
Whole Upper Extremity Functional Level using Arabic-Q-DASH scale
Time frame: 1. At Baseline (Pre-procedure), 2. Post-treatment (Post 6 weeks of treatment program).
Results and safety
This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 10 Jul 2026.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: No
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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.
Sohair Shehata Rezkallah, Professor study director
Cairo University; Faculty of Physical Therapy
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing Core Stability Exercise Protocol, Scapular stabilization Exercise Protocol and Traditional Physical Therapy Protocol in people with Myofascial Neck Pain and Hand Grip Strength, run by Cairo University at 1 site in Egypt.
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 8 inclusion and 9 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: looking for participants now, as of the sponsor's last update on 10 Jul 2026. 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 Egypt. 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?
This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
Contact Adnan AA Gharib, PHD (+201065798861, dradnanpts@gmail.com), or a site near the patient. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Hand Grip Strength (time frame: 1. At Baseline (Pre-procedure), 2. Post-treatment (Post 6 weeks of treatment program).). 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 10 Jul 2026.