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Comparative Effects of Therapeutic Ultrasound and Sinus Massage in Chronic Rhinosinusitis: a Randomized Controlled Study

RecruitingNAAges 20 Years - 60 YearsAllFoundation University Islamabad
NCT06960876 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
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In plain words

What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

This is a randomized controlled trial. Previous studies show that both therapeutic ultrasound and sinus massage techniques have significant results in Chronic Rhinosinustis (CRS). However, there is no comparative study carried out between these two to show which technique has more effects in CRS. This study will determine their comparative effects on: 1. Pain measured on Numerical pain rating scale 2. Sinonasal symptoms measured on sino-nasal outcome test questionaire 3. Quality of life measured on rhinosinusitis disability index (RSDI) 4. Nasal inspiratory airflow measured on peak nasal inspiratory flow meter. Participants of chronic rhinosinusitis will be selected according to the diagnostic criteria of American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Foundation (AAO-HNSF) and will be randomly allocated into three groups. All three group will continue to receive medical inte

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📋 Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria: * Age 20-60 years * Both gender * Diagnosed patients of chronic rhinosinusitis referred by an ENT specialist * According to the AAO-HNS, patients are diagnosed with CRS if they had: * Two or more major symptoms for ≥12 weeks. Or * one major symptom with two minor symptoms for ≥12 weeks (19) Major clinical symptoms * Pain or pressure on the face * Nasal congestion * Mucopurulent rhinorrhea either anteriorly, posteriorly, or both * Hyposmia/anosmia Minor clinical symptoms * Headache * Fever * Pain in the dental area * Halitosis * Pain or pressure on the ear * Cough Exclusion Criteria: * Nasal polyps * Current Medical conditions in which ultrasound is contraindicated (20) * Facial metal implants * Face or head tumor/cyst/malignancy * Deteriorated cognitive level * Previous surgery on the nose * Facial bone fracture * Reduced heat perception * Ischemic tissues * Skin allergies/lesions to the face
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What it tests

  • Therapeutic Ultrasound
  • Sinus Massage
  • Control group
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Where

1 site
Foundation University College of Physical Therapy
Islamabad, Pakistan
🤝 Taking part is your choice, and you can leave at any time. Only the trial team can confirm you are eligible — always decide together with your own doctor.
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