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NCT Number: NCT06499493

Effects of Myofascial Induction Pressure Pain Threshold in Trigger Points of the Proximal Muscles of Gastrocnemius

In the present study we will test the effects of myofascial induction technique in the muscles close to the application in the gastrocnemius muscle.

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Key information

Conditions

Myofascial Trigger Point Gastrocnemius Muscle Manual Therapy Pain Threshold

Age range

18 year–39 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

Mayuben Clinic

San Sebastián de los Reyes, Madrid, 28702, Spain

About this study

In the present study we will test the effects of myofascial induction technique on nearby muscles. The calf maneuver proposed by Pilat for myofascial induction will be applied and the effects on the pain pressure threshold of the trigger points of the flexor digitorum brevis biceps femoris extensor digitorum longus muscles will be observed.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: Yes

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

  • Subjects aged 18-39 years.
  • Healthy subjects with trigger point 1 of the gastrocnemius muscle in both lower limbs.

Exclusion criteria

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  • Diagnosis of lower limb injury, including any tendinopathy, bursitis, ligamentous involvement and/or fasciitis.
  • History of lower limb surgery or history of lower limb injury with residual symptoms (pain or sensation of sensation) within the last year.
  • Participants could not have undergone ankle stretching or any other treatment.
  • Diabetes due to possible impaired distal arterial circulation.
  • Foot deformity, cavus and flat feet.
  • Foot deformities such as hammertoes and hallux valgus,
  • plantar calluses.
  • Dysfunction of the lower extremities or chronic injuries.

Treatment and study plan

Myofascial induction in gastrocnemius muscle

Other

A 3-pass shallow leg gliding technique was applied first, followed by 5 minutes of the deep myofascial calf induction technique described by Pilat.

Primary outcomes

  1. 1.Pressure pain threshold in flexor digitorum brevis, biceps femoris, extensor digitorum brevis muscles before intervention

    Time frame: Immediately before intervention.

    The pressure at which the patient begins to feel pain with pressure is measured 3 times with an algometer. It is measured in newtons.

  2. 2.Pressure pain threshold in flexor digitorum brevis, biceps femoris, extensor digitorum brevis muscles after intervention

    Time frame: Immediately after the intervention.

    The joint range is measured in dorsiflexion of the ankle joint with the knee extended under load and is measured with an inclinometer in degrees.Measured in grades.

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Mayuben Private Clinic

Other

Registry information

Official study title

Effects of Myofascial Induction Pressure Pain Threshold in Trigger Points of the Proximal Muscles of Gastrocnemius: A Prepost Study

Important dates

Study start
2024
Primary completion
2024
Study completion
2024
First posted
Jul 12, 2024
Registry last updated
Jul 30, 2024

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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