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Trigger Point in Trapezius Muscle Clinical Trial in Boston, MA

Access cutting-edge trigger point in trapezius muscle treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Boston. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

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  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

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  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Boston site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Trigger Point in Trapezius Muscle Study in Boston

The goal of this interventional study is to determine how well dry-needling can treat pain in people with Myofascial Pain Syndrome. The main questions it aims to answer are: * Does dry needling improve pain for people with a trigger point (a tender, tight spot in the muscle)? * How well can Electrical Impedence Myography (EIM), Myofiber Threshold Tracking (TT), and Ultrasound (US) detect changes in the muscle related to dry needling treatment? Researchers will compare dry needling to a placebo (a treatment that does not enter the trigger point) to see if dry needling works to treat Myofascial Pain Syndrome with trigger points in the trapezius muscle (the muscle that extends over the back of the neck and shoulders), as measured by these three outcome measures (EIM, US, TT). Participants will: * Visit the clinic twice: once to receive dry needling treatment, and once for a follow-up * Have muscle measurements taken before treatment and at follow-up * Have a daily survey to record the intensity of their pain

Sponsor: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Presence of active trigger points with involvement of upper trapezius
Able to manage breakthrough pain with acetaminophen only, excluding stable doses of pain medications at time of enrollment, which can be continued

Exclusion Criteria

Multiple active trigger points in the trapezius muscle if physician assessment concludes that this may interfere with subject's ability to detect changes in pain improvement from trigger point therapy
Presence of cervical radicular pain, superimposed neuromuscular disease or condition that, in the opinion of the investigator, could confound interpretation of the data acquired from trapezius.
Fibromyalgia or other generalized pain condition
Opioid usage in the past 3 months
Active substance use disorder
Not on a stable dose for at least two weeks prior to study enrollment or unwilling to maintain a stable dose for duration of the study of the following drugs:
SSRIs, such as citalopram, escitalopram, fluoxetine, sertraline,
SNRIs, such as duloxetine, milnacipran, and venlafaxine
Tricyclic antidepressants, such as notritptyline, amitriptyline, and desipramine
Alpha 2 delta ligands: pregabalin, gabapentin
Specific anti-epileptics: topiramate, lamotrigine, oxcarbazepine, and phenytoin
Other: quinidine, mexiletine, and dalfampridine
Skin allergy or sensitivity that would preclude the use of adhesive electrodes
Significant systemic or psychiatric illness that in the opinion of the site Investigator would interfere with the individual's ability to participate in the trial
Anticoagulation (with coumadin, clopidogrel, or direct oral anticoagulants; aspirin acceptable)
TrP needle-based therapy in the past six weeks of the TrP to be studied
Body mass index \> 35 kg/m2
Other factor that in the opinion of the site investigator would interfere with the ability to perform the study procedures

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Boston?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT07270276) has an active research site in Boston, MA that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Trigger Point in Trapezius Muscle Treatment Options in Boston, MA

If you're searching for trigger point in trapezius muscle treatment options in Boston, MA, this clinical trial (NCT07270276) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Boston research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced trigger point in trapezius muscle specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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