Self-Mobilization Versus Kinesio-Taping on the Cervical Region in Electronic Device Users

NCT05717868 | Unknown

• 1 other identifier: E-74555795-050.01.04-533346
• Study Type: interventional
• Target: 32
• Locations: 1 country
• Sites: 2

Brief Summary

The purpose of this clinical trial is to compare the effectiveness of kinesio-taping versus self-mobilization applied to the cervical region of long-duration electronic device users.

Conditions

Neck Pain

Keywords

kinesio-taping; self-mobilization; neck disability; neck pain; electronic device users

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (6)

• Upper trapezius electrical muscle activity

  The Trigno Avanti SEMG system (Delsys inc., Boston) will be used to measure the surface electromyographic activities of the upper trapezius muscle.The electrodes will be placed over the right and left trapezius muscle along the lines connecting the spinous process of the seventh cervical vertebra (C7) to the right and left acromion.

  Baseline, before treatment

• Upper trapezius electrical muscle activity

  The Trigno Avanti SEMG system (Delsys inc., Boston) will be used to measure the surface electromyographic activities of the upper trapezius muscle.The electrodes will be placed over the right and left trapezius muscle along the lines connecting the spinous process of the seventh cervical vertebra (C7) to the right and left acromion.

  One week post-treatment (week 5)

• Upper trapezius electrical muscle activity

  The Trigno Avanti SEMG system (Delsys inc., Boston) will be used to measure the surface electromyographic activities of the upper trapezius muscle.The electrodes will be placed over the right and left trapezius muscle along the lines connecting the spinous process of the seventh cervical vertebra (C7) to the right and left acromion.

  One-month follow up (week 9)

• Visaul Analogue Scale (VAS)

  Participants will indicate their pain level on a 10 cm horizontal line; where 0 indicates no pain and 1- the worst possible pain the subject could experience.

  Baseline, before treatment

• Visaul Analogue Scale (VAS)

  Participants will indicate their pain level on a 10 cm horizontal line; where 0 indicates no pain and 1- the worst possible pain the subject could experience.

  One week post-treatment (week 5)

• Visaul Analogue Scale (VAS)

  Participants will indicate their pain level on a 10 cm horizontal line; where 0 indicates no pain and 1- the worst possible pain the subject could experience.

  One-month follow up (week 9)

Secondary Outcomes (3)

• Joint Position Sense Error

  Baseline, before treatment

• Joint Position Sense Error

  One week post-treatment (week 5)

• Joint Position Sense Error

  One-month follow up (week 9)

Study Arms (2)

Kinesio-taping group

EXPERIMENTAL

Kinesio-tape will be applied from the dorsal region (T1-T2) to the upper cervical region (C1-C2), two times weekly in a period of four weeks.

Other: Kinesiology taping

Self-mobilization group

EXPERIMENTAL

Self-SNAG technique will be applied by the participants with the help of a towel, and performed for a four week period.

Other: Self-mobilization

Interventions

Kinesiology taping OTHER

5 cm wide and 0.5 mm thick waterproof, porous and adhesive tape will be applied to the posterior neck of the participants while sitting comfortably in a neutral position. The first tape (Y-strip) is placed over the posterior cervical extensor muscles with approximately 25% tension. The top strip will be placed perpendicular to the Y strip on the mid-cervical region. The participant's cervical spine is flexed to obtain tension in the posterior structures.

Kinesio-taping group

Self-mobilization OTHER

The towel will be placed on the posterior arch of the fifth cervical vertebra and pulled horizontally across the face. The participant will be instructed to apply pressure to the towel and turn their head to the restricted side, then maintain the finishing interval for three seconds. The participant will be asked to apply extreme pressure in the bending position with towel support. The procedure should be painless and repeated 10 times.

Self-mobilization group

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 18 Years - 65 Years
• Sex: all
• Healthy Volunteers: Yes
• Age Groups: Adult (18-64), Older Adult (65+)

You may qualify if:

• Complain of pain in the neck
• Using electronic devices (including smart phones, desktop computers, laptops, tablets) for at least 4 hours a day,
• Using electronic devices for at least 6 months,
• Volunteering to participate in the study

You may not qualify if:

• Having a history of allergic reaction,
• Having previous cervical pathologies such as cervical spondylolisthesis, disc herniation, rheumatoid arthritis, muscle or ligament injury or strain,
• Having had neck or shoulder surgery,
• Having a neurological deficit (eg numbness, muscle weakness and loss of sensation).

Sponsors & Collaborators

• Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa: lead

Study Sites (2)

Istanbul University, Cerrahpasa

Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)

RECRUITING

Istanbul University-Cerrahpasa

Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)

RECRUITING

MeSH Terms

Conditions

Neck Pain

Condition Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Pain; Neurologic Manifestations; Signs and Symptoms; Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms

Study Officials

• Rustem Mustafaoglu

  Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa

  PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR

Central Study Contacts

Associate Professor

CONTACT

+905554178535; rustem.mustafaoglu@iuc.edu.tr

Seth K Agyenkwa

CONTACT

+905343007484; sethkwameagyenkwa@ogr.iuc.edu.tr

Study Design

• Study Type: interventional
• Phase: not applicable
• Allocation: RANDOMIZED
• Masking: SINGLE
• Who Masked: PARTICIPANT
• Purpose: TREATMENT
• Intervention Model: PARALLEL
• Sponsor Type: OTHER
• Responsible Party: PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
• PI Title: Researcher

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: January 17, 2023
• First Posted: February 8, 2023
• Study Start: November 16, 2022
• Primary Completion: May 1, 2023
• Study Completion: June 1, 2023
• Last Updated: February 8, 2023

Record last verified: 2023-01

Locations

TU (2)