Effect of Myofascial Release Technique in Patients with Unilateral Cervical Radiculopathy

Myofascial release focuses on reducing pain by easing the tension and tightness in the trigger points. Therapist will gently massage the myofascia and feel for stiff or tightened areas. Normal myofascia should feel pliable and elastic. The therapist will begin massaging and stretching the areas that feel rigid with light manual pressure. The therapist then aids the tissue and supportive sheath in releasing pressure and tightness. The process is repeated multiple times on the same trigger point and on other trigger points until the therapist feels the tension is fully released.

"Exercise is recommended by physical therapists for most cervical radiculopathy patients.~In this study, a customized exercise program will be applied for patients with cervical radiculopathy."