Effect of Myofascial Release on the Upper Trapezius Muscle Along with Postural Correction in a Patient with Chronic Cervical Pain (A Case study)

Abstract
Background
Chronic neck pain is one of the common musculoskeletal condition associated with prolonged sitting, poor posture, increased screen time and muscle imbalance. It typically results in neck pain, tight upper trapezius muscles, decreased cervical ROM, and difficulty with activities of daily living. Myofascial release (MFR) and postural correction are common physiotherapy interventions to manage these symptoms.
Case Presentation:
A 25-year-old female student presented with a 4-month history of bilateral neck pain. She reported a VAS score of 7/10, tenderness and tightness of the bilateral upper trapezius muscles, and mild restriction in the cervical R.O.M. The symptoms were aggravated by prolonged sitting, mobile phone use and increased academic workload.
Intervention:
The patient was given 5 sessions per week for 2 weeks of myofascial release (MFR) to the bilateral upper trapezius muscles, postural correction exercises, and ergonomic education.
Results:
In this patient the pain was reduced from VAS 7/10 to 3/10 after treatment for 2 weeks. There was a decrease in upper trapezius tightness, increase in cervical ROM, improvement in posture, and ability to perform activities of daily living with less discomfort..
Conclusion
The combination of myofascial release and postural correction effectively reduced pain, improved cervical ROM, reduced muscle tightness and improved functional ability in a chronic cervical pain patient.
Keywords:
Chronic cervical pain, Myofascial release, Upper trapezius, Postural correction, Physiotherapy

Chronic cervical pain, Myofascial release, Upper trapezius, Postural correction, Physiotherapy

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