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Student Project | Physiotherapy | India | Volume 12 Issue 8, August 2023 | Popularity: 5.1 / 10
Effectiveness of the MELT Foam Roller Technique in Alleviating Mechanical Neck Pain among IT Professionals: A Pilot Study
Rhea Sawant, Dr. Asmita Moharkar
Abstract: There is a high prevalence of mechanical neck pain in people working on computers in the IT sectors for more than 5hours. The MELT Method is a gentle assisted - treatment technique that enhances mobility, stability, and performance and is clinically proven to reduce persistent pain. The objective of this study was to check the effectiveness of the MELT Foam Roller on Mechanical Neck Pain among IT workers working on the computers for atleast 5 hours. It was a pilot study where the patients were treated with 4 methods of the MELT protocol using the MELT foam roller for 4 weeks. Visual Analogue Scale and Neck Disability Index were used as outcome measures. The MELT Method combines self - myofascial release, breathwork and meditation using what's called a "4R protocol", that were used to treat the mechanical neck pain in the patients. The four Rs stand for Reconnect, Rebalance, Rehydrate and Release. 12 patients were included. Statistical analysis showed p value<0.001 when the values were obtained post treatment at the end of 4 weeks in the group. The MELT Method is effective in pain relief and reducing functional disability in computer workers after 4 weeks.
Keywords: Mechanical neck pain, MELT Method, MELT Foam Roller
Edition: Volume 12 Issue 8, August 2023
Pages: 1934 - 1939
DOI: https://www.doi.org/10.21275/SR23818220313
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