Effectiveness of Ultrasound Technique in Combination with Ischemic Compression Technique in Treatment of Upper Trapezius Myofascial Pain in Computer Professionals

Dr. Tanika; Dr. Mukesh Sharma

Volume : VIII, Issue : VIII, August - 2019

Effectiveness of Ultrasound Technique in Combination with Ischemic Compression Technique in Treatment of Upper Trapezius Myofascial Pain in Computer Professionals

Dr. Tanika, Dr. Mukesh Sharma

Abstract :

Background: Ultrasound (US) and ischemic compression therapy (ICT) are commonly used non-pharmacological intervention for management of myofascial pain syndrome (MPS). However, their cumulative effect is still in doubt. Objective: To study the effectiveness of US in combination with ICT in treating upper trapezius myofascial pain in computer professionals. Study Design: Experimental design Source of Data Collection: DAV institute of physiotherapy, Yamunanagar. Methodology: 45 patient of upper trapezius MPS fulfilled the inclusion criteria were taken for the study and randomly assigned in three groups: Group A received US therapy, Group B received ICT, and Group C received US therapy along with ICT. The treatment was given for 10 days. Outcome measures of VAS, PPT and NDI were evaluated on 1st day, 5th and 10th day. Result: There was significant improvement in VAS, NDI & PPT with US, ICT & combination therapy. However there was no significant difference between the effects of 3 groups. Conclusion: Combination therapy does not have any additional effect in the treatment of upper trapezius myofascial pain.