NECK PAIN

This study tests a program that combines counseling and a muscle relaxant (tizanidine) to help people who have used opioids long-term reduce their use after elective surgery. About 375 adults aged 18-75 will be randomly assigned to the program, a placebo version, or standard care…

This study tests whether regular Chuna manual therapy (every 2 weeks for 20 weeks) can reduce chronic neck pain and disability better than lifestyle advice and self-exercise alone. 250 adults aged 19–69 with mild but persistent neck pain will be randomly assigned to one of the tw…

This study compares two ways of using radiofrequency (heat) to treat chronic neck pain caused by arthritis in the small joints of the spine. 72 adults with moderate to severe neck pain will be randomly assigned to one of two needle techniques. The goal is to see which method prov…

This study tests whether virtual reality-based exercises can reduce neck pain and improve daily function in people with chronic neck pain or whiplash. About 72 adults will be randomly assigned to either VR-enhanced rehabilitation or the same exercises without VR. The goal is to s…

This study is testing whether oral cannabis can safely reduce chronic back or neck pain and help people cut down on strong painkillers like opioids. About 157 adults with long-term spine pain will take cannabis capsules or a placebo. The goal is to see if cannabis works as a non-…

This study looks at whether teaching people about the science of their pain, combined with tailored exercises, can reduce fear of movement, pain intensity, and negative thoughts about pain in adults with non-specific neck pain. Researchers will compare three groups: education plu…

This study tests whether Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) helps veterans with chronic back or neck pain more than standard cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) or usual care. PRT teaches the brain to reinterpret pain signals as less threatening. About 360 veterans will be randomly a…

This study looks at how different exercise programs affect pain, thinking skills, brain structure, and blood markers in people with chronic neck pain. Researchers will compare exercise approaches in 21 adults aged 20-65 who have had neck pain for at least 3 months. The goal is to…

This study tests whether a smartphone app that uses the camera to guide muscle relaxation can help office workers aged 20 to 40 feel less pain and stress. Sixty participants will either use the app for 4 weeks or continue their normal routine. The goal is to see if the app reduce…

This study looks at whether adding a wearable vibration sensor to Kendall exercises can better correct forward head posture and reduce neck pain in young adults aged 18 to 30. 64 participants with poor posture and mild neck pain will be split into two groups: one doing exercises …

This study tests whether adding neck therapy (manual therapy and exercises) to standard concussion care can help people with persistent symptoms and neck pain. Researchers will enroll 40 adults who have had a concussion within the last 8-90 days and report neck pain. The main goa…

This study tests a health system program called STEPPT that trains doctors to educate Hispanic patients with back or neck pain about the benefits of physical therapy. Patients also get culturally tailored handouts, videos, and help scheduling appointments. The goal is to see if t…

This study tests whether different doses of high-power laser therapy can reduce pain and improve neck movement in people with nonspecific neck pain. About 60 adults with moderate to severe neck pain will receive laser treatment and be monitored for changes. The goal is to find th…

This study tests a special stretching technique for people with long-term neck pain and tight hamstrings. About 156 adults aged 18-40 will be split into two groups: one gets the new technique, the other gets standard stretches. The goal is to see if the new method reduces pain an…

This study tests whether osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) — a hands-on therapy — can reduce headaches and neck pain. Researchers will measure muscle stiffness, jaw movement, and nerve function in 30 adults with these conditions. The goal is to see if OMT improves symptoms…

This study tests whether injecting a concentrated solution of your own blood platelets (PRP) into neck muscles can reduce long-term neck pain caused by myofascial syndrome. About 72 adults with chronic neck pain will receive either PRP or a placebo injection. Researchers will mea…

This study tests a hands-on therapy called Muscle Energy Technique for people with non-specific neck pain. Researchers will measure how it affects neck disability and range of motion in 60 adults. The goal is to see if this gentle approach can improve daily function and mobility.

This study tests whether two different muscle relaxation techniques can reduce neck pain and stiffness in people who use computers for 6+ hours daily. Sixty adults aged 20-45 with chronic neck pain will receive 12 sessions of either progressive muscle relaxation or a muscle energ…

This study tests a special posture training program for butchers who often have neck and upper back pain from their work. About 50 butchers in Istanbul will take part to see if the training improves their pain, posture, and sleep quality. The goal is to help them feel better and …

This study compares two types of muscle energy techniques to see which better reduces neck pain and improves muscle strength and endurance. Researchers will enroll 30 adults aged 19-44 with mechanical neck pain. Participants will receive either muscle-specific or movement-specifi…

This study looks at how chronic neck pain affects daily activities like work, sleep, and driving. Researchers will measure physical and mental factors in 80 adults with neck pain lasting at least 3 months. The goal is to find what predicts disability, so doctors can better preven…

This study looks at how migraine, neck pain, and lower back pain may share common causes in the nervous system. Researchers will measure pain sensitivity, thinking patterns, and disability in 179 adults with migraine and related spine pain. The goal is to better understand these …

This study looks at how spinal manipulation therapy (a type of hands-on adjustment) affects neck movement in people with long-term neck pain. Researchers will measure neck motion in 60 adults aged 18-39 before and after treatment, comparing spinal manipulation to light massage or…

This study aims to better understand low back and neck pain by comparing the health history and movement abilities of people with and without these conditions. Researchers will use wearable motion sensors and questionnaires to identify patterns that could predict injury risk or h…

This study looks at how doing a second task (like counting or carrying something) changes the way people with long-term neck pain walk. Researchers will compare 21 adults with neck pain to 21 healthy adults. No treatment is given—the goal is simply to understand how neck pain aff…

This study looks at how common neck and low back pain is among medical students at the University of the West Indies, Mona. It also checks what students know about spine health and tests if a simple exercise program can help reduce their pain. About 1,000 students will take part,…

This study explores how having additional chronic conditions (multimorbidity) impacts people with back or neck pain. Researchers will track 2,000 adults referred to Danish hospital clinics to understand how these combined health issues affect diagnosis, treatment, and long-term r…