This study compares the effectiveness of Muscle Energy Techniques (MET) and Neck Calliet Exercises in managing mechanical neck pain and associated disability due to trapezius trigger points among nurses. A total of 38 female nurses were randomly assigned to two intervention groups, each receiving therapy for four weeks. Pain, cervical range of motion, and disability outcomes were assessed.
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Female nurses
* Between 18 and 30 years of age
* Having mechanical neck discomfort that is confined to the cervical or bilateral scapular regions (pain level must be 3-5 VAS)
* There must be at least one trigger point in trapezius muscle
* The participant must be ready to part…
Inclusion Criteria:
* Female nurses
* Between 18 and 30 years of age
* Having mechanical neck discomfort that is confined to the cervical or bilateral scapular regions (pain level must be 3-5 VAS)
* There must be at least one trigger point in trapezius muscle
* The participant must be ready to participate No clinical therapy for neck pain must have been performed in the preceding month
Exclusion Criteria:
* A recent medical history including surgery on the shoulder or neck
* Signs of myelopathy in the clinic or radiculopathy
* Diagnosed Fibromyalgia syndrome, psychiatric problems
* Pregnancy
* Cervical stenosis, malignancy (cervical, breast cancer)
* Thoracic outlet syndrome
* Vestibulobasilar artery syndrome
* Whiplash injury
* Diagnosis of migraine
* Diabetes type I, systematic illness of cardio-respiratory system
* Congenital deformities affecting the spine, shoulders, and limbs
* Osteoporosis of cervical spine or cervical myeloma
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