CompletedNot Applicable

Whole-Body Vibration vs. Exercises for Chronic Neck Pain in Young Adults

Turkey (Türkiye)38 participantsStarted 2025-05-30

Plain-language summary

Chronic neck pain is a prevalent issue among young adults, potentially impacting pain levels, range of motion, posture, balance, and daily functional activities. This study is designed to compare two distinct physical therapy interventions for young individuals diagnosed with chronic non-specific neck pain: Whole-Body Vibration (WBV), involving standing on a vibrating platform, and Sensorimotor Exercise (SME), which focuses on improving neck awareness, coordination, balance, and motor control. The primary objective is to determine whether one of these therapeutic approaches is more effective than the other in enhancing neck-related sensorimotor function, reducing pain intensity, and improving overall functional capacity over a 4-week intervention period. The study population consists of male and female university students aged 18 to 30 years presenting with chronic neck pain. The investigators anticipate that while both intervention protocols may yield clinical benefits, the comparative results will demonstrate which method provides superior short-term improvements in pain management and cervical function.

Who can participate

Age range

18 Years – 30 Years

Sex

ALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosis of non-specific neck pain, * Age of 18 years or older, * History of neck pain for at least 3 months, * Pain intensity score of 3 or higher on the Visual Analog Scale (VAS), * Functional disability score of 5 or higher on the Neck Disability Index (NDI), * Sufficient literacy to complete the assessment scales. Exclusion Criteria: * Diagnosis of disc herniation or spinal stenosis, * History of spinal surgery or major trauma, * Systemic conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis or advanced arthrosis, * Neurological diseases or balance disorders, * Severe pain in other body parts or recent lower extremity injuries.

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

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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?

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What they're measuring

hange from Baseline in Functional Disability Score on the Neck Disability Index (NDI).

Timeframe: Baseline and at the end of treatment (4 weeks).

Visual Analog Scale (VAS)

Timeframe: Baseline and at the end of treatment (4 weeks).

Trial details

NCT IDNCT07564492

SponsorPamukkale University

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2026-03-20

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