Effect of Instrument-Assisted Soft-Tissue Mobilization Versus Myofascial Release on Upper Trapezius Trigger Points
Background: Myofascial trigger points found along taut bands of muscle fibers are a common cause of pain among nursing professionals. Instrument-assisted soft-tissue mobilization (IASTM) and myofascial release (MFR) are two techniques to relieve pain and disability. This study aimed to compare the effects of IASTM and MFR on pain, range of motion, and functional disability on upper trapezius trigger points (UTTPs) in nursing professionals.
Authors
- Archana Khanna (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7095-756X)
- Sadikshya Aryal
- Amarjyoti Nayak
Institutions
- Desh Bhagat Ayurvedic College and Hospital (IN)
- Sharda University (IN)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Integrative and Complementary Therapies
- Published
- 2024-09-05
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1089/ict.2024.39826.sa
- Primary Topic
- Myofascial pain diagnosis and treatment
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00