NECK PAIN

This study looks at whether core strengthening or functional exercises are better at preventing low back and neck pain in healthy women, especially those with desk jobs. Researchers will compare two exercise programs in 45 women who do not currently exercise regularly. The goal i…

This study tests a new, intensive acupuncture method for people with long-term neck and shoulder pain. 78 adults will be split into two groups: one gets standard acupuncture, the other gets the intensive method. Researchers will measure pain, neck movement, and shoulder function …

This study looks at whether correcting forward head posture can reduce neck pain and improve brain activity in young adults. Participants with neck pain and poor posture will use a special device or a towel roll at home for six weeks. Researchers will measure pain, brain oxygen l…

This study aims to find out how common neck and low back pain is among nursing students at the University of the West Indies. It will also test whether a spine-specific exercise program can reduce pain and improve daily life compared to general exercises. About 400 students will …

This study tests whether adding acupuncture at a specific wrist point (Lieque, LU7) to standard electroacupuncture can better relieve neck pain from cervical spondylosis. About 130 adults aged 40 and older will receive either the combined treatment or electroacupuncture alone ove…

This study compares three exercise programs for people with long-lasting neck pain: whole-body stabilization exercises, targeted neck exercises, and standard physiotherapy. Forty-five adults aged 18 to 50 with at least 12 weeks of neck pain will participate. Researchers will meas…

This study will check if using ultrasound to guide medicine injections into the spine is safe and helps reduce pain. About 600 adults with neck or back pain will be watched for 4 weeks as they receive this treatment as part of their normal care. The main goal is to see how much t…

This study looks at whether corrective exercises can reduce pain, improve daily function, and help walking in people with chronic neck pain. Researchers will enroll 70 adults who have had neck pain for at least 3 months. Participants will do specific exercises, and their walking …

This study looks at how common neck and low back pain is among full-time staff at the University of the West Indies, Mona. It also tests whether an 8-week spine-specific exercise program can reduce discomfort better than general exercises. About 200 adults aged 18-65 who have wor…

This study looks at whether specific neck-strengthening exercises can reduce pain and nerve sensitivity in people with long-term (chronic) neck pain. Researchers will measure pain intensity, nerve response, head posture, and neck awareness in 80 adults aged 18–36. The goal is to …

This study tests whether chiropractic care can ease chronic neck pain in adults aged 18 to 65. Sixty participants will either get chiropractic care plus usual treatment or just usual treatment. The goal is to see if the approach is practical and if it reduces pain and improves da…

This study tests whether dry needling with electrical stimulation can improve sleep and reduce symptoms in people with restless legs syndrome. Researchers will measure sleep quality, leg movements, and symptom severity in 20 adults aged 18-75. The treatment involves inserting thi…

This study looks at whether a mobile app can help people with common pains (neck, shoulder, back, or knee) stick to their home exercise routines. Thirty adults will be split into two groups: one using the app and one doing traditional exercises. The goal is to see if the app redu…

This study looks at whether teaching people with long-term neck pain how to sleep better, along with doing special exercises, can improve their sleep and reduce pain-related disability. About 120 adults aged 20-55 with poor sleep and neck pain for over 3 months will take part. Th…

This study aims to translate and test a questionnaire called USE (Usefulness, Satisfaction, and Ease of Use) into Turkish. The questionnaire helps people with back or neck pain rate the biomedical devices they use in rehabilitation. Researchers will enroll 220 adults aged 18-65 w…

This study looks at how the degree of narrowing in the neck spine (cervical spinal stenosis) affects hand strength and fine motor skills in adults aged 18-75 who have had neck pain for at least 3 months. Researchers will measure grip and pinch strength using special devices and t…

This study will examine how common and severe neck pain is among Turkish endodontists (dentists who do root canals). About 120 dentists will fill out surveys and have their neck movement, strength, and posture tested. The goal is to find work-related factors that cause neck pain,…

This study aims to understand why full-busted women often have chronic pain in the neck, shoulders, arms, and back. Researchers will test if special sports bras help, and also look at how hormones, inflammation, and brain changes may play a role. About 140 women aged 18 to 60 wil…

This study looks at how body composition—like muscle and fat percentages—relates to pain, posture, and neck function in people with non-specific neck pain. Researchers will measure these factors in 111 adults aged 18-65. The goal is to find better ways to prevent and treat neck p…

This study looks at how two different treatments—massage and talk therapy—affect stress and bonding hormones in people with long-term neck or back pain. Researchers will measure oxytocin and cortisol levels from saliva samples before and after each session. The goal is to see if …

This study looks at how neck problems impact the ability of office workers to do their jobs. Researchers will ask 50 full-time desk workers to fill out questionnaires about neck pain, stress, and work performance. No treatments or changes are involved—just observation to better u…

This study aims to uncover why people with migraine often also have neck and lower back pain. Researchers will measure pain sensitivity, psychological factors, and disability in 179 adults with migraine and accompanying spinal pain. The goal is to better understand shared pain me…

This study looks at how common neck and low back pain is among physical therapy students at the University of the West Indies. It also tests whether an 8-week spine-specific exercise program can reduce pain and improve daily function better than general exercises. About 120 stude…