Augmented soft tissue mobilization vs natural history in the treatment of XXXX : a pilot study.

@entity1 @entity2633 @entity158
OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effect of augmented soft tissue mobilization (ASTM) on the treatment of @entity2633 . METHODS: This randomized clinical study assessed 27 subjects (12 @entity1 and 15 @entity1 ) with @entity2633 and were divided randomly into 2 groups. The experimental group (n = 15) received ASTM twice a week for 5 weeks. The subjects of the control group (n = 12) received advice on the natural evolution of @entity2633 , computer ergonomics, and stretching exercises. @entity1 -rated outcome was assessed at baseline and after 6 weeks and 3 months using a visual analog scale and the @entity1 -Rated @entity2633 . The function was assessed using the @entity158 -free grip strength at baseline and after 6 weeks. RESULTS: Both groups showed improvements in @entity158 -free grip strength, visual analog scale, and @entity1 -Rated @entity2633 . Sample size for larger future randomized clinical trial was 116 @entity1 . CONCLUSION: A larger study investigating the same hypothesis is warranted to detect difference in the effects of these treatments strategies. The study design is feasible, and minor improvements will help to minimize the potential bias.
