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Rhomboid Muscle Spasm and Neck Pain Study

Recent studies highlight a significant prevalence of rhomboid muscle spasms and neck pain among occupational bike riders and motorcyclists, with findings indicating a strong correlation between muscle spasms and pain intensity. Additionally, research suggests that prolonged computer work increases pain sensitivity in specific muscle groups. However, there are notable gaps in the literature regarding the impact of these conditions on quality of life, particularly among tailors, indicating a need for further research across diverse demographics.

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Rhomboid Muscle Spasm and Neck Pain Study

Recent studies highlight a significant prevalence of rhomboid muscle spasms and neck pain among occupational bike riders and motorcyclists, with findings indicating a strong correlation between muscle spasms and pain intensity. Additionally, research suggests that prolonged computer work increases pain sensitivity in specific muscle groups. However, there are notable gaps in the literature regarding the impact of these conditions on quality of life, particularly among tailors, indicating a need for further research across diverse demographics.

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1 LITERATURE REVIEW

1. RINADMUNNAN and BAZAL BUKHARI in 2024 performed a cross sectional study among occupational
bike riders in Lahore. They studied a population of 100 male riders age 18-40 years, who completed
at least 10 rides daily. They collected data using NDI and NPR scale. The NDI results showed that 3.4%
reported no disability, 18.1% mild disability, 50% moderate disability, 25.9% severe disability, and
2.6% complete disability. Pain intensity ratings revealed that 9.5% experienced no pain, 19% mild pain,
39.7% moderate pain, 28.4% severe pain, and 3.4% reported the worst imaginable pain (p = 0.021).
The findings suggested that frequent and prolonged riding contributes to increased muscle tension
and spasms in the rhomboid region, which correlates strongly with reported neck pain.(1)
2. Faizan S, Bano S also conducted research with cross sectional study on Rhomboid Muscle Spasm and
Neck Disability Among Occupational [Link] recruited 150 male motorcycle riders aged
18-40 years .Reported high prevalence of rhomboid muscle and neck pain in 75.6% motorcyclist . 50%
of them reported moderate pain and 25% had severe pain and 25% showed no pain. They used
Numeric Pain Rating Scale (NPRS) and Neck Disability Index (NDI) to measure neck pain and disability
They gathered data with SPSS version 25 and did non-probability convenient [Link] analysis
revealed a significant association between rhomboid muscle spasms and pain intensity (p = 0.021).(5)
3. A Study conducted in Japan by Won-Gyu Yoo investigated changes in the pressure pain threshold
(PPT) of the upper trapezius, levator scapulae, and rhomboid muscles during continuous computer
work. Fourteen male and female participants, aged 26 to 32 years, were recruited for the study. The
pressure pain threshold of each muscle was measured using a dolorimeter pressure algometer at
baseline (before computer work) and after 15, 30, and 60 minutes of continuous computer [Link]
study concluded that prolonged computer work may lead to increased pain sensitivity, particularly in
the levator scapulae and rhomboid muscles, more so than in the upper trapezius.(6)

LITERATURE GAP .
However, several studies have explored musculoskeletal disorders such as rhomboid muscle spasm,
shoulder pain, and upper back pain in various occupational groups like tailors, motorcyclists, and office
workers. However, significant gaps still exist in the literature. Many existing studies have been limited by
specific age ranges (e.g., 26-32 years) and gender bias (only male participants). Additionally, many of these
studies have not properly addressed the impact of rhomboid muscle spasm on quality of life, particularly
among tailors. Therefore, further research is required to comprehensively study the effects of rhomboid
muscle spasm on the quality of life in both male and female tailors, especially across a broader age range.

REFERENCES.
1 RINADMUNNAN, & BAZAL BUKHARI. (2025). Association of Rhomboid Muscle Spasm and Neck Pain among Occupational Bike
Riders. Pakistan Journal of Medical & Health Sciences, 18(11), 8–10. [Link]

2 Faizan S, Bano s,riding into pain , rhombois muscle spasms and neck disability among occupational
motorcyclist.

3 Won gyu yoo,Changes in Pressure Pain Threshold of the Upper Trapezius, Levator Scapular and
Rhomboid Muscles during Continuous Computer Work.

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