Can a warm massage fix your neck curve? new study says maybe.
NCT ID NCT05469295
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested a special heated massage device (CGM MB-1701) in 30 adults with a reversed neck curve (cervical kyphosis) and chronic neck pain. Participants were randomly assigned to get real or sham device treatments. The goal was to see if the device could safely improve the neck's natural curve and reduce pain.
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Pusan National University Yangsan Hospital
Yangsan, South Korea
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