Comparing Two Muscle Relaxation Techniques for Neck Pain

Levator scapulae muscle tightness is a common cause of neck pain due to poor posture. This study compares two manual therapy techniques: Positional Release Technique (PRT) and Post Isometric Relaxation (PIR). The goal is to determine which technique is more effective at reducing pain, improving neck range of motion, and decreasing functional disability in patients with this condition. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either PRT or PIR for 4 weeks

Inclusion Criteria: * Age between 25 to 40 years. * Both male and female. * Presence of a trigger point in levator scapulae (palpable tender spot with jump sign). * Score greater than 20% on the Neck Disability Index. * Unilateral non-specific neck pain. * Confirmation of trigger point via algometer. Exclusion Criteria: * History of trauma or fracture to the scapula or cervical spine. * Pregnancy. * Previous cervical spine surgery. * Diagnosis of cancer, cardiac condition, or infectious disease. * Specific neck pathology (e.g., disc prolapse, nerve root compression, whiplash).