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Effects of Muscle Energy Technique on Neck Disability and Cervical Range of Motion in Individuals With Non-Specific Neck Pain

Turkey (Türkiye)60 participantsStarted 2026-01-01

Plain-language summary

This study aims to investigate the effect of the Muscle Energy Technique on neck disability level and cervical range of motion in individuals with non-specific neck pain. The study will be conducted at Avicenna International Hospital in Istanbul. Participants with non-specific neck pain will be included in the study. The intervention will involve the application of Muscle Energy Technique, and outcomes will be assessed using standardized measures of neck disability and cervical range of motion. The findings are expected to contribute to improving treatment approaches for individuals with non-specific neck pain.

Who can participate

Age range18 Years – 65 Years

SexALL

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Inclusion Criteria: Age between 18 and 65 years Diagnosis of non-specific neck pain Presence of neck pain for at least 4 weeks Ability to understand and follow instructions Willingness to participate in the study Exclusion Criteria: History of cervical spine surgery Presence of neurological deficits or radiculopathy Specific causes of neck pain (e.g., tumor, infection, fracture) Severe cervical disc herniation Pregnancy Any contraindication to manual therapy

What they're measuring

Neck Disability Index

Timeframe: Baseline and at the end of the 10-day treatment period

Trial details

NCT IDNCT07524075

SponsorUskudar University

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2026-06-30

Contact for this trial

Deniz Demirci, PhD

0090 533 240 86 61 deniz.demirci@uskudar.edu.tr

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