Needles vs sound waves: which eases Tech-Neck pain best?

NCT ID NCT07601880

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Lahore University of Biological and Applied Sciences Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tested two treatments for neck pain caused by forward head posture and trigger points: dry needling (thin needles inserted into tight muscle knots) and phonophoresis (ultrasound with anti-inflammatory gel). Forty adults with chronic neck pain and trigger points were split into two groups. The goal was to see which approach better reduces pain and improves neck movement.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Diclofenac Sodium (via phonophoresis)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could show which treatment—dry needling or medicated ultrasound—works better for easing neck pain and improving mobility in people with poor posture.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed trial with only 40 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The study does not test long-term effects or compare against a placebo.

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