Comparison of the Immediate Effects of Manual Therapy Techniques in Non-Specific Neck Pain (NCT06959160) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Comparison of the Immediate Effects of Manual Therapy Techniques in Non-Specific Neck Pain
Turkey (Türkiye)39 participantsStarted 2023-09-15
Plain-language summary
The aim of this study is to investigate the effects of manual therapy techniques on joint range of motion, pain tolerance, grip strength, and functionality in individuals with non-specific neck pain. The study is experimental in design. Individuals aged between 18 and 55 who were diagnosed with non-specific neck pain and met the inclusion criteria participated in the study.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 55 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Be between the ages of 18 and 55
* Have been diagnosed with non-specific neck pain by a specialized physician
* Have been experiencing neck pain for less than 3 months
* Have a neck pain level of at least 3 on the Visual Analog Scale
* Have bilateral active trigger points in the upper trapezius muscle
* Have restricted active cervical range of motion
Exclusion Criteria:
* Presence of neurological deficit or radicular pain
* History of pathology or surgery in the cranio-cervical region
* Positive response in the extension-rotation test
* Use of anticoagulants or corticosteroids
* Presence of one or more red flags defined for non-specific neck pain
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
1
Assessment of Cervical Joint Range of Motion
Timeframe: Immediately before and after interventions, assessed within a single session
2
Assessment of Grip Strength
Timeframe: Immediately before and after interventions, assessed within a single session
3
Measurement of Pain Tolerance Threshold
Timeframe: Immediately before and after interventions, assessed within a single session
4
Neck Disability Index
Timeframe: Immediately before and after interventions, assessed within a single session