Self-Myofascial Release of the Upper Cervical Muscles

Description

The primary objective is to examine the influence of the suboccipital muscles on the superficial back line. The investigators will measure the following as part of this objective: * Changes in biomechanical and viscoelastic properties of points within the superficial back fascial train measured by a handheld myotonometer. * Pain pressure threshold measured by algometry. * Ankle range of motion. * Foot plantar pressure changes. All participants will have a 5-minute self-myofascial release intervention.

Conditions

Suboccipital Muscles, Superficial Back Line, Myofascial Release

Study Overview

Study Details

Study overview

The primary objective is to examine the influence of the suboccipital muscles on the superficial back line. The investigators will measure the following as part of this objective: * Changes in biomechanical and viscoelastic properties of points within the superficial back fascial train measured by a handheld myotonometer. * Pain pressure threshold measured by algometry. * Ankle range of motion. * Foot plantar pressure changes. All participants will have a 5-minute self-myofascial release intervention.

Exploring the Effect of Self-Myofascial Release of the Upper Cervical Muscles on the Superficial Back Fascial Train

Self-Myofascial Release of the Upper Cervical Muscles

Condition
Suboccipital Muscles
Intervention / Treatment

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Contacts and Locations

Auburn

Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine-Auburn, Auburn, Alabama, United States, 36832

Participation Criteria

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Eligibility Criteria

  • * pain that alters gait and/or limits/alters normal daily function
  • * currently undergoing treatment by a healthcare provider
  • * loss of function
  • * use of prescription drugs for muscle or muscle relaxants
  • * Pregnancy (hormonal changes affecting tissues could be a confounding variable)
  • * inflammatory arthritis and fibromyalgia
  • * diabetes or prediabetes
  • * lumbar radiculopathy or disc pathology
  • * previous surgery of the spine or lower extremity
  • * injury to the lower extremity within the past 6 months
  • * neurological or musculoskeletal diseases
  • * cancer or blood disorder
  • * current tobacco use
  • * other conditions that alter gait

Ages Eligible for Study

19 Years to

Sexes Eligible for Study

ALL

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Yes

Collaborators and Investigators

Edward Via Virginia College of Osteopathic Medicine,

Study Record Dates

2025-06-26