Document Type
Report
College
College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
Department
Occupational Therapy
Degree
Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD)
Report Date
2023
Faculty Mentor
Murray, Erin
Doctoral Experiential Coordinator
Latour, Debra
Abstract
"This study investigates the impact of myofascial decompression (MD) on pain, muscle tension in the lumbar region, and daily occupational performance. Utilizing negative pressure to enhance blood circulation and tissue healing, MD was administered to nine Western New England students with low back pain (LBP) twice a week for four weeks. The Wong-Baker Pain Scale and World Health Organization's Quality of Life (QOL) Scale were utilized for data collection and analysis. Findings reveal that MD yields immediate pain reduction, suggesting its potential as a preparatory method for occupational therapy interventions like therapeutic exercises or activities. Further research should explore the combined effects of MD and therapeutic exercises, as well as the standalone effects of MD, to advance understanding in this area."
Recommended Citation
Murata, Justin, "Effects of myofascial decompression on reducing pain and muscle tension in the lumbar region of the spine and improving daily functional performance" (2023). OTD DEx Reports - College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. 54.
https://digitalcommons.law.wne.edu/otd/54
