Development and Evaluation of a Portable Wedge Device for Calf Stretching to Alleviate Strain and Spasms

NCT ID: NCT06441253

Last Updated: 2024-06-04

Study Results

Results pending

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Basic Information

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Recruitment Status

ACTIVE_NOT_RECRUITING

Clinical Phase

NA

Total Enrollment

26 participants

Study Classification

INTERVENTIONAL

Study Start Date

2023-11-01

Study Completion Date

2024-10-29

Brief Summary

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This research aimed to contribute valuable insights into the potential benefits of incorporating the portable wedge device into preventive or therapeutic interventions for calf-related musculoskeletal issues.

Detailed Description

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By combining economical, ergonomic principles and user-friendly features, the proposed device offered individuals a convenient and efficient means to enhance their calf flexibility, ultimately mitigating strain and reducing spasms. Developing and successfully integrating a portable wedge device could mark a significant breakthrough in preventive and rehabilitative care for musculoskeletal problems associated with the calf region. This innovative device can enhance the overall well-being and musculoskeletal health of individuals suffering from such issues, providing a more effective and convenient treatment solution.

Conditions

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Spasm

Study Design

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Allocation Method

RANDOMIZED

Intervention Model

PARALLEL

Primary Study Purpose

SUPPORTIVE_CARE

Blinding Strategy

NONE

Study Groups

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Deep Friction massage

Group Type OTHER

Deep Friction massage

Intervention Type DIAGNOSTIC_TEST

The calf muscles received a firm, deep-circulation massage with fingertip pressure

Therapeutic exercises

Group Type EXPERIMENTAL

Therapeutic exercises

Intervention Type COMBINATION_PRODUCT

Four stretching exercises were performed for twenty minutes, five minutes for each technique, and eight to ten repetitions of each exercise (calf wall stretch, back knee straight, bilateral calf stretches, knees straight, ankle plantarflexion/dorsiflexion)

Interventions

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Deep Friction massage

The calf muscles received a firm, deep-circulation massage with fingertip pressure

Intervention Type DIAGNOSTIC_TEST

Therapeutic exercises

Four stretching exercises were performed for twenty minutes, five minutes for each technique, and eight to ten repetitions of each exercise (calf wall stretch, back knee straight, bilateral calf stretches, knees straight, ankle plantarflexion/dorsiflexion)

Intervention Type COMBINATION_PRODUCT

Eligibility Criteria

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Inclusion Criteria

* Male and female patients diagnosed with Calf Strain and Spasm
* Age above 18
* Participants who are volunteer for the study
* Patients who suffer from leg pain or functional disability

Exclusion Criteria

* Unconscious patients
* Patients with difficulty in seeing and hearing
* Patients having a history of mental illnesses (Stroke, Multiple sclerosis, Parkinsonism, Alzheimer's Disease)
* Patient history of severe mobility disorder
* Systemic illness (Liver Failure, Active cancer, Cardiopulmonary distress)
* Decline to participate in this study
* Active fracture and dislocations
* Arthritic disorders (such as osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Psoriatic Arthritis, and Fibromyalgia)
Minimum Eligible Age

18 Years

Eligible Sex

ALL

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

No

Sponsors

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Superior University

OTHER

Sponsor Role lead

Responsible Party

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Muhammad Naveed Babur

Principal Investigator

Responsibility Role PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR

Locations

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Faqraj Sharif Hospital (Trust) Physiotherapy and Orthopedic Department and Ramay Clinic (Physiotherapy and Orthopedic Department)

Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan

Site Status

Countries

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Pakistan

Other Identifiers

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MSRSW/Batch-Fall22/718

Identifier Type: -

Identifier Source: org_study_id

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