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Scapular Motor Control for Chronic Mechanical Neck Pain

Egypt56 participantsStarted 2023-05-01

Plain-language summary

The purpose of this study is to investigate the effect of motor control training using scapular PNF exercise on neck pain, function, proprioception, and scapular muscle strength in patients with chronic mechanical neck pain.

Who can participate

Age range

20 Years – 45 Years

Sex

ALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * -The subject will be referred from orthopedic surgeon with diagnosis of CMNP. * Subjects with CMNP of more than 3 months with age range between 18 and 45 years * Subjects having a baseline NDI score of at least 20% (10 points) * At least 3/10 pain intensity on VAS Exclusion Criteria: * Spinal canal stenosis. * Traumatic injury to the cervical spine. * Previous surgery related to cervical spine. * Hypermobility of the cervical spine, * Any red flags e.g. cervical instability, history of cancer, long use of corticosteroids. * Presence of an inflammatory rheumatologic disease,

Questions worth asking your doctor

Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.

1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?

Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.

Questions for the trial coordinator

The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.

1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?

A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.

What they're measuring

change in cervical pain

Timeframe: one week after end of treatment

change in neck function

Timeframe: one week after end of treatment

change in proprioceptive inputs of cervical

Timeframe: one week after end of treatment

change in muscle strength

Timeframe: one week after end of treatment

Trial details

NCT IDNCT05845853

SponsorCairo University

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2024-05

Contact for this trial

Aisha said, master

01061157728 aishasaid1960@gmail.com

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Who can participate

Age range

20 Years – 45 Years

Sex

ALL

See this in plain English?

AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.