Efficacy of TECAR Therapy on Patient With Mechanical Neck Pain (NCT07596953) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Efficacy of TECAR Therapy on Patient With Mechanical Neck Pain
Saudi Arabia40 participantsStarted 2026-06-07
Plain-language summary
The goal of this clinical trial is to evaluate the effectiveness of TECAR therapy in improving pain intensity, cervical range of motion, and functional disability in individuals with mechanical neck pain. It will also assess whether TECAR therapy provides additional clinical benefits compared with conventional physical therapy treatment. The main questions it aims to answer are:
* Does TECAR therapy reduce pain intensity in patients with mechanical neck pain?
* Does TECAR therapy improve cervical range of motion (CROM)?
* Does TECAR therapy reduce functional disability as measured by the Neck Disability Index (NDI)? Researchers will compare participants receiving TECAR therapy combined with conventional physical therapy to participants receiving conventional physical therapy alone to determine the effectiveness of TECAR therapy in managing mechanical neck pain.
Participants will:
* Attend scheduled treatment sessions during the study period
* Receive either TECAR therapy with conventional physical therapy or conventional physical therapy alone
* Undergo assessment of pain intensity, cervical range of motion, and neck disability before and after treatment
Who can participate
Age range
20 Years – 40 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Presence of neck pain for at least 3 months
* Limited cervical range of motion associated with neck pain
* Ability to understand and follow study instructions Willingness to participate and sign the informed consent form
Exclusion Criteria:
* History of cervical spine surgery or fracture
* Cervical radiculopathy or other neurological disorders
* Presence of inflammatory, rheumatic, or systemic diseases affecting the cervical spine
Severe cervical disc prolapse or spinal instability Current participation in another treatment program for neck pain Pregnancy Presence of pacemakers, metal implants, or contraindications to TECAR therapy Skin disorders or open wounds in the treatment area
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?
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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: Assessments will be conducted at baseline (pre-treatment), immediately post-intervention (after 12 sessions), and follow-up (1 month after completion)