Cervical RadiculopathyNCT04824170
Effects of Neural Glides Versus Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation in Cervical Radiculopathy
A study testing Neural Glide and Rhythmic stabilization technique in people with Cervical Radiculopathy, run by Riphah International University at 1 site in Pakistan.
Trial summary
this project was a Quasi-Experimental Trial. conducted to compare the Effects of Neural Glides Versus Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation in Terms of Joint Position Sense and Pain in Cervical Radiculopathy . so that we can have best treatment option for patients with cervical radiculopathy Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 25 to 45 years
- Conditions the study is for
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- What is being tested?
- Neural Glide and Rhythmic stabilization technique
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 28 participants
- Where
- 1 sitePakistan
- Study dates
- 15 Jul 2019to 30 Dec 2019
- 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 25 to 45 years
- All sexes
- No healthy volunteers
- Adult
Who may be able to join
- Patients with unilateral upper extremity pain, parenthesis, or numbness.
- Neck Disability Index (NDI) score of 10/50 points or greater.
- Numeric pain rating scale scoring (moderate pain).
- Craniovertebral angle measured less than 49 with forward head posture.
- Positive distraction test, Upper limb tension test, spurling test.
Who cannot join
- Any red flags (tumor, fracture, metabolic diseases, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoporosis etc.
- Central nervous system involvement.
- History of whiplash injury within the previous 6weeks.
- Prior surgery to the cervical or thoracic spine from 6 months ago.
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
About this study
Official title: Effects of Neural Glides Versus Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation in Terms of Joint Position Sense and Pain in Cervical Radiculopathy
this project was a Quasi-Experimental Trial. conducted to compare the Effects of Neural Glides Versus Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation in Terms of Joint Position Sense and Pain in Cervical Radiculopathy . so that we can have best treatment option for patients with cervical radiculopathy
Read the detailed description
non probability convenient sampling was done. patients following eligibility criteria from Madina Teaching Hospital FSD and Kadijatulkubra hospital Chiniot. Non Probability Convenient sampling was done. Sample size was calculated with G power. 28 Participants were randomly allocated in two groups equally via convenient sampling method. Baseline assessment was done initially. Group A was given neural glides and Group B was given PNF along with conventional physiotherapy treatment (hot pack and traction). Duration of research was almost 6 months. Intervention was applied for 4 weeks, 3 sessions per week. Pre and Post treatment readings were taken in 1st and 4th week session Assessment was done via Numeric Pain Rating Scale; NDI, CVA and JPE as subjective measurements. All participants were provided written informed consent prior to commencement of the procedures. They were free to quit the treatment at any stage of research. Data was analyzed by using SPSS version 23.
- Conditions
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Being tested
- Neural Glide, Rhythmic stabilization technique
- Medical subject headings
- Radiculopathy
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
Neural GlideOther
hot pack and cervical traction is applied for 10-15 min.Group A received Neural mobilization of median nerve which includes gliding and sliding was given,therapist stood on the patient \& affected side besides the patient, patient'S shoulder was depressed with one hand and elbow was moved in 90 degree flexion, forearm supination, extend the wrist and fingers with other hand. Then patient arm was moved into 90 degree abduction and then sliding or gliding of nerve was applied. Sliding was applied with elbow extension and wrist flexion and elbow flexion with wrist extension. 6 sets were performed. Each set was performed for 60 seconds, for alternative days in week for 4 weeks and then progressed to gliding/tensioning technique when symptoms improved
Rhythmic stabilization techniqueOther
This group was receiving (PNF) Rhythmic stabilization technique with base line treatment.
Subject was lying in spine position on the treatment table and therapist resist an isometric contraction of agonist muscle group.pt maintain this position for 10 sec without trying to move and 12-15 repetitions were performed with 30 sec rest. Each therapeutic session treatment was focused on facilitation of neck stabilizers, improving neck stability, coordination, decreasing pain and improving postural control
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Neural glide | Experimental | Neural mobilization of median nerve which includes gliding and sliding was given Receives: Other: Neural Glide |
| Rhythmic stabilization technique | Experimental | Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (Rhythmic stabilization technique will be Given) Receives: Other: Rhythmic stabilization technique |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
pain by numeric pain rating scale
0-10 , 0 minimum 10 maximum pain
Measured: 2 months
Functional disability by NECK DISABILITY INDEX
This means that the overall score range is between 0 and 50, 0 being no to little pain and discomfort while 50 being the severest degree of pain and disability with complete activity limitation.
Measured: 2 months
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted1 Apr 2021
- Study start15 Jul 2019
- Primary completion15 Oct 2019
- Study completion30 Dec 2019
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Publications (1)Papers the sponsor has linked to this study.
- Other trials for Cervical RadiculopathyStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- More trials run by Riphah International 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
- Masking
- Single blind
- Who is masked
- Participant
- Enrolment
- 28 participants (actual)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Riphah International University
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Sponsor
- Investigators
- Ayesha Niaz, MS, Principal investigator, Riphah International University
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT04824170
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- REC/Lhr/19/2031 Ayesha Niaz
- Status last verified
- Apr 2021
- First submitted
- 26 Mar 2021
- Last updated
- 14 Apr 2021
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- No
Publications
Sokunbi OG, Muhwati L, Robinson P. A Randomized Controlled trials on the effects of acupuncture and proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) on supraspinatus tendinitis. IOSR Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences. 2014;13(11):63-9.
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 14 Apr 2021. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- Effects of Neural Glides Versus Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation in Terms of Joint Position Sense and Pain in Cervical Radiculopathy
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT04824170
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- REC/Lhr/19/2031 Ayesha Niaz
- Conditions
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Completed
- Enrolment
- 28 participants (actual)
- Lead sponsor
- Riphah International UniversityUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 15 Jul 2019 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 15 Oct 2019 (actual)
- Study completion
- 30 Dec 2019 (actual)
- First posted
- 1 Apr 2021 (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.
this project was a Quasi-Experimental Trial. conducted to compare the Effects of Neural Glides Versus Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation in Terms of Joint Position Sense and Pain in Cervical Radiculopathy . so that we can have best treatment option for patients with cervical radiculopathy
Detailed description
non probability convenient sampling was done. patients following eligibility criteria from Madina Teaching Hospital FSD and Kadijatulkubra hospital Chiniot. Non Probability Convenient sampling was done. Sample size was calculated with G power. 28 Participants were randomly allocated in two groups equally via convenient sampling method. Baseline assessment was done initially. Group A was given neural glides and Group B was given PNF along with conventional physiotherapy treatment (hot pack and traction). Duration of research was almost 6 months. Intervention was applied for 4 weeks, 3 sessions per week. Pre and Post treatment readings were taken in 1st and 4th week session Assessment was done via Numeric Pain Rating Scale; NDI, CVA and JPE as subjective measurements. All participants were provided written informed consent prior to commencement of the procedures. They were free to quit the treatment at any stage of research. Data was analyzed by using SPSS version 23.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- Single blind (participant)
- Number of arms
- 2
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Neural glide | Experimental | Other: Neural GlideNeural mobilization of median nerve which includes gliding and sliding was given |
| Rhythmic stabilization technique | Experimental | Other: Rhythmic stabilization techniqueProprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (Rhythmic stabilization technique will be Given) |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 25 to 45 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Not accepted
- Age groups
- Adult
Key inclusion criteria (5 listed)
- Patients with unilateral upper extremity pain, parenthesis, or numbness.
- Neck Disability Index (NDI) score of 10/50 points or greater.
- Numeric pain rating scale scoring (moderate pain).
- Craniovertebral angle measured less than 49 with forward head posture.
- Positive distraction test, Upper limb tension test, spurling test.
Key exclusion criteria (4 listed)
- Any red flags (tumor, fracture, metabolic diseases, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoporosis etc.
- Central nervous system involvement.
- History of whiplash injury within the previous 6weeks.
- Prior surgery to the cervical or thoracic spine from 6 months ago.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Neural Glidehot pack and cervical traction is applied for 10-15 min.Group A received Neural mobilization of median nerve which includes gliding and sliding was given,therapist stood on the patient \& affected side besides the patient, patient'S shoulder was depressed with one hand and elbow was moved in 90 degree flexion, forearm supination, extend the wrist and fingers with other hand. Then patient arm was moved into 90 degree abduction and then sliding or gliding of nerve was applied. Sliding was applied with elbow extension and wrist flexion and elbow flexion with wrist extension. 6 sets were performed. Each set was performed for 60 seconds, for alternative days in week for 4 weeks and then progressed to gliding/tensioning technique when symptoms improved | Other | Neural glide |
| Rhythmic stabilization techniqueThis group was receiving (PNF) Rhythmic stabilization technique with base line treatment. Subject was lying in spine position on the treatment table and therapist resist an isometric contraction of agonist muscle group.pt maintain this position for 10 sec without trying to move and 12-15 repetitions were performed with 30 sec rest. Each therapeutic session treatment was focused on facilitation of neck stabilizers, improving neck stability, coordination, decreasing pain and improving postural control | Other | Rhythmic stabilization technique |
Primary outcome
pain by numeric pain rating scale
Time frame: 2 months
0-10 , 0 minimum 10 maximum pain
Functional disability by NECK DISABILITY INDEX
Time frame: 2 months
This means that the overall score range is between 0 and 50, 0 being no to little pain and discomfort while 50 being the severest degree of pain and disability with complete activity limitation.
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 14 Apr 2021.
- BackgroundSokunbi OG, Muhwati L, Robinson P. A Randomized Controlled trials on the effects of acupuncture and proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) on supraspinatus tendinitis. IOSR Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences. 2014;13(11):63-9.
- 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. This study is not recruiting at the moment.
Ayesha Niaz, MS principal investigator
Riphah International University
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing Neural Glide and Rhythmic stabilization technique in people with Cervical Radiculopathy, run by Riphah International University 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 5 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 14 Apr 2021. 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?
pain by numeric pain rating scale (time frame: 2 months). 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?
On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT04824170, which also lists 1 linked publication.
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 14 Apr 2021.