Mckenzie Exercises Versus Mulligan Mobilization in Text Neck Syndrome (NCT07103954) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Mckenzie Exercises Versus Mulligan Mobilization in Text Neck Syndrome
Pakistan64 participantsStarted 2024-12-01
Plain-language summary
Neck pain is an important public health issue that affects the whole population. Consequently, there is a significant decrease in the quality of work and life and can have a negative socioeconomic impact on both individuals and society. For the treatment of pain in the spine and extremities, especially the neck, the McKenzie method of mechanical diagnosis and therapy (MMDT) is a popular choice. Mulligan mobilization approach was found to be beneficial for both pain and functioning in individuals with mechanical neck discomfort.
Who can participate
Age range
20 Years – 45 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Age 20 to 45 years
* Both genders will be included.
* A minimum of three hours must be spent using smartphones every day.
* More than one year of using any electronic gadgets.
* Craniovertebral Angle \< 53
Exclusion Criteria:
* Any known illness that may cause pain in the upper limbs or neck. (e.g., rheumatoid arthritis)
* Any cervical spine injuries.
* Any neurological or cardiovascular issue (e.g., epilepsy, hypertension)
* Pregnancy
Questions worth asking your doctor
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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?
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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
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Pain Intensity
Timeframe: The pain intensity will be measured using a visual analogue scale at baseline, and change in pain intensity will be measured at 2nd week and 4th week.