Acupuncture needles may unlock relief for stubborn neck pain
NCT ID NCT07681349
First seen Jul 02, 2026 · Last updated Jul 02, 2026
Summary
This study investigates whether acupuncture can reduce pain and improve shoulder movement in adults with chronic neck discomfort lasting at least three months. Fifty participants will receive either real acupuncture or a sham version to see if the treatment provides specific benefits beyond a placebo effect. Researchers will measure neck and shoulder motion, muscle activity, pain levels, and disability before and after a single session.
What this could mean
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Active substance
acupuncture
What this could lead to
If effective, acupuncture could offer a non-drug option for easing chronic neck pain and improving shoulder function.
What could go wrong
This is a small, single-session trial, so results may not apply to long-term treatment. Sham acupuncture can also produce some benefit, making it hard to prove real effects.
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Locations
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Hualien Tzu Chi Hospital
Hualien City, Hualien, 970, Taiwan