Neck glide may ease stubborn Golfer's elbow pain
NCT ID NCT07187102
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether a gentle, hands-on glide technique applied to the neck and upper back (called SNAG) can help people with chronic medial epicondylitis, also known as golfer's elbow. Sixty adults aged 35 to 50 with pain lasting more than three months took part. The researchers used ultrasound to check for changes in tendon health and measured pain, grip strength, and arm function. The goal was to see if adding SNAG to standard care works better than standard care alone.
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Active substance
SNAG (sustained natural apophyseal glide) - a manual therapy technique applied to the neck and upper back
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, non-invasive way to ease pain and improve arm function for people with chronic golfer's elbow.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed trial with only 60 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The technique is manual and depends on the clinician's skill.
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Faculty of Physical Therapy, Beni-Suef University
Banī Suwayf, Egypt