Status: Recruiting
Kinematics and Muscle Activation of Scapula in Upper String Players With Neck Pain
This study will analyze and compare scapular kinematics and muscle activation patterns between upper string musicians with and without neck pain during arm elevation and playing tasks (open strings, scales, musical pieces), providing insights for performance training and rehabilitation programs to reduce playing-related musculoskeletal disorders.
Participants needed: 60
Trial details
Age: 18+Biological sex: AllType: ObservationalSponsor: National Yang Ming Chiao Tung UniversityUpdated: May 14, 2026Locations: 1
Eligibility criteria
Age ≥ 18 years old. [+3]
History of any neck or shoulder surgery or fracture. [+5]