Clinical trials: Manual Therapy, active
Chronic Refractory Plantar Fasciopathy
Multimodal Conservative Intervention Versus Surgery for Chronic Refractory Plantar Fasciopathy
Chronic refractory plantar fasciopathy is a common musculoskeletal condition that can cause persistent heel pain and functional limitations despite conservative treatment.
- Trial name
- NCT07654660
- Testing
- Multimodal Conservative Intervention, Endoscopic Plantar Fascial Release
- Where
- Spain
- Volunteers
- 120 people
- Sponsor
- Universidad Europea de Valencia
Parkinson Disease
Manual Therapy in Parkinson's Disease
An experimental study will be carried out to examine how a manual therapy protocol can influence a series of parameters related to motor and non-motor symptoms in patients who have Parkinson's disease / Parkinsonism.
- Trial name
- NCT06853262
- Testing
- Manual Therapy Protocol
- Where
- Spain
- Volunteers
- 60 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of La Laguna
Cervicogenic Headache, Dizziness
Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment vs Physiotherapy in Cervicocranial Dysfunction
This study aims to compare the effects of osteopathic manipulative treatment and standard physiotherapy in patients with cervicocranial dysfunction.
- Conditions
- Cervicogenic Headache, Dizziness, Neck Pain Musculoskeletal, Cervicocranial Dysfunction
- Trial name
- OMT-CCD (NCT07555873)
- Testing
- Participants in this group will receive osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) targeting cervicocr, conventional physiotherapy
- Where
- Kosovo
- Volunteers
- 50 people
- Sponsor
- Burim Peli
Oncology
Impact of Acupuncture and Manual Therapies on Patients' Quality-of-life in a Hospital-to-community Continuum
Oncology patients often suffer during hospitalization from pain, emotional distress, gastrointestinal symptoms, weakness, and quality of life (QoL)-related concerns.
- Trial name
- NCT06590766
- Testing
- acupressure/relaxation with acupuncture
- Where
- Israel
- Volunteers
- 520 people
- Sponsor
- Carmel Medical Center
Lymphedema of Face, Neoplasms
Manual Lymph Drainage for External Lymphedema
This study will evaluate the feasibility of a randomized controlled trial. The future randomized controlled trial will compare two groups following different intensities of manual lymphatic drainage for external head- and neck…
- Conditions
- Lymphedema of Face, Neoplasms, Radiotherapy Side Effect, Lymphedema Due to Radiation
- Trial name
- MLD-HN (NCT07215169)
- Testing
- HIT, LIT
- Where
- Sweden
- Volunteers
- 40 people
- Sponsor
- Lund University
Neck Pain Musculoskeletal, Neck Pain Treatment
Validating a Clinical Prediction Rule to Guide Manual Therapy and Exercise for Neck Pain Relief
Neck pain is a common issue that can lead to long-term disability and lost work time for many individuals. Despite numerous studies, finding effective treatment strategies has been challenging.
- Conditions
- Neck Pain Musculoskeletal, Neck Pain Treatment, Cervicalgia
- Trial name
- NCT06906107
- Testing
- Cervical Manipulation, Exercise, Mobilization
- Where
- 4 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 160 people
- Sponsor
- Baylor University
Total Thyroidectomy
Impact of Manual Therapy on Laryngeal Function Following Total Thyroidectomy
In this clinical trial, the investigators are seeking to learn if a course of voice therapy, including neck massage, stretches and pain science education in addition to voice exercise and scar massage will effectively treatment…
- Trial name
- Man Total Thy (NCT06383091)
- Testing
- Anterior Neck Manual Therapy, Pain Neuroscience Education, Neck Stretches
- Where
- 2 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 20 people
- Sponsor
- Johns Hopkins University
Muscle Stiffness
Immediate Effect of Lumbar Mobilization on Paraspinal Muscle Stiffness
This randomized controlled crossover study will investigate the immediate effect of central posteroanterior lumbar mobilization on the intrinsic stiffness of the erector spinae and multifidus muscles in healthy adults without low…
- Trial name
- NCT07826260
- Testing
- Maitland Grade III++ Central Posteroanterior Mobilization
- Where
- Slovenia
- Volunteers
- 25 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Primorska
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Effectiveness of Manual Therapy in the Treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
The main objective is to determine whether Manual Therapy (MT), in addition to conventional treatment, is more effective in improving ADHD symptoms than the application of conventional treatment alone.
- Trial name
- MT-ADHD (NCT07029425)
- Testing
- Procedure: craniosacral therapy techniques.
- Where
- Spain
- Volunteers
- 60 people
- Sponsor
- JJ JIMENEZ-REJANO
Chronic Low Back Pain (CLBP), Low Back Pain
Chronic Low Back Pain and Osteopathic Manipulation Treatment
The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if adding Osteopathic Manipulative Therapy (OMT) to the usual medical care provided at the VA (usual VA care) improves treatment outcomes in individuals with chronic low back pain…
- Trial name
- NCT07161661
- Testing
- Usual VA Care, Osteopathic manipulative treatment
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 48 people
- Sponsor
- Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital
Volleyball Players
Diaphragmatic Facilitation and Upper Extremity Performance in Volleyball Players
The diaphragm contributes to both respiration and trunk stabilization. Effective diaphragmatic function may support postural control, force transfer, and upper extremity performance during dynamic activities.
- Trial name
- NCT07784517
- Testing
- Diaphragmatic Facilitation
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 50 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Istinye University
Dental Caries Extending Into Dentin, Root Caries
Root Caries Excavation with Air Water/powder Prophylaxis Device for ART Restorations
The main objective of this RCT is to compare the efficacy of a powder/water jet prophylaxis device and conventional hand excavation in excavating root surface caries, with regard to restoration survival/success in older adults.
- Trial name
- ART-AIRFLOW (NCT04822246)
- Testing
- Control: Hand instrumentation for caries excavation, Intervention 1: EMS Airflow device for caries excavation, Intervention 2: Hand excavation + EMS Airflow device for caries excavation
- Where
- Switzerland
- Volunteers
- 62 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Murali Srinivasan, Dr. med. dent., BDS, MDS, MBA, MAS
Dysmenorrhea, Endometriosis
Effects of Physiotherapy on Ultrasound and Clinical Parameters in Women With Dysmenorrhea
Dysmenorrhea affects up to 90% of women of reproductive age and represents a significant public health concern. Beyond prostaglandin-mediated uterine contractions, dysmenorrhea involves central sensitization mechanisms and…
- Trial name
- NCT07645196
- Testing
- Abdominal manual mobilization
- Where
- 2 sites in Belgium
- Volunteers
- 80 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Vrije Universiteit Brussel
Chronic Orofacial Pain, Temporomandibular Disorder (TMD)
Orofacial Pain Self-management: Personality Moderation Effect
The objective of this clinical trial is to study the effect of self-management on pain perception in patients with chronic orofacial pain and temporomandibular disorders (TMD) comparing it with the conventional treatment proposed…
- Conditions
- Chronic Orofacial Pain, Temporomandibular Disorder (TMD), Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD), Temporomandibular Dysfunction (TMD)
- Trial name
- NCT06932406
- Testing
- Self-management intervention, Clinical Practice Guideline Intervention
- Where
- Spain
- Volunteers
- 98 people
- Sponsor
- Fundación Universidad Católica de Valencia San Vicente Mártir
Medical Education, Clinical Skills
AI-Assisted Feedback for Learning Standardized Tuina Skills
The goal of this educational study is to determine whether personalized feedback generated using sensor data and generative artificial intelligence (AI) can improve the learning of standardized Tuina skills among rehabilitation…
- Trial name
- AI-TUINA (NCT07767916)
- Testing
- AI-Supported Personalized Feedback, Sensor-Based Data Feedback, Traditional Instructor Feedback
- Volunteers
- 81 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Zhejiang University
Chronic Pain, Chronic Pain Syndrome
Shiatsu for Chronic Non-Inflammatory Pain in Children and Adolescents
The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if adding Shiatsu therapy to standard treatment can improve quality of life in children and adolescents with chronic pain that is not caused by inflammation.
- Conditions
- Chronic Pain, Chronic Pain Syndrome, Chronic Pain and Comorbid Emotional Problems, Chronic Pain, Psychogenic
- Trial name
- ShiQoL (NCT06929598)
- Testing
- Shiatsu Therapy
- Where
- 2 sites in Israel
- Volunteers
- 40 people
- Sponsor
- Tel Aviv University
Breast Cancer-Related Lymphedema, BCRL
Comparison of IPC Therapy as an Alternative or an Adjunct to MLD Within CDT for BCRL
Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women worldwide and lymphedema is one of its most significant complications. Breast cancer-related lymphedema (BCRL) may develop shortly after treatment or even years later, causing…
- Trial name
- NCT07154043
- Testing
- Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT), CDT + Intermittent Pneumatic Compression (IPC), CDT without Manual Lymph Drainage plus Intermittent Pneumatic Compression
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 45 people
- Sponsor
- Pamukkale University
Periodontitis, Periodontal Debridement
A Non-inferiority Study of Laser Combined With Ultrasonic Debridement Therapy (LCUDT) Versus Manual Combined With Ultrasonic Debridement Therapy (MCUDT) in the Treatment of Periodontitis
The rate of periodontal health among adults and the elderly in China is less than 10%, with the prevalence of severe periodontitis reaching 30.6% in those aged 35 and above.
- Trial name
- NCT07487285
- Testing
- Experimental: Laser Combined with Ultrasonic Debridement Therapy, Active Comparator: Manual Combined with Ultrasonic Debridement Therapy
- Where
- China
- Volunteers
- 174 people
- Sponsor
- Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University, School of Medicine
Non-specific Low Back Pain
Comparing Myofascial Exercise and Trigger Point Therapy for Non-Specific Low Back Pain
The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if two common physical therapy approaches, used alone or together, can help reduce pain and improve daily function in adults with nonspecific low back pain.
- Trial name
- NCT07362420
- Testing
- Myofascial Trigger Point Manual Compression, Myofascial Chain-Based Specific Exercise
- Where
- 2 sites in Taiwan
- Volunteers
- 105 people
- Sponsor
- National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease), Manuel Therapy
The Effects of Manual Therapy on the Spatiotemporal Gait Characteristics in Patients With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
The primary aim of this study is to investigate the effects of manual therapy on spatiotemporal characteristics of gait and gait variability, functional exercise capacity, and pulmonary function in patients with chronic…
- Conditions
- COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease), Manuel Therapy, Gait Biomechanics, Muscle Energy Technique
- Trial name
- NCT07381842
- Testing
- Manual therapy Group, Control group
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 40 people
- Sponsor
- Hacettepe University